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NY A07859
Bill
Status
10/7/2020
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Jean-Pierre
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AI Summary
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Commissioner of the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities must conduct a feasibility study on allowing debit cards for resident cash accounts at facilities with mental hygiene law operating certificates.
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Study must examine conflicts with state finance law and federal law, impact of banking fees on individual and state finances, and effects of shifting funds to the financial industry.
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Commissioner must issue a report to the governor, legislature, and comptroller by December 31, 2021 containing study findings, potential legal solutions, vendor viability, and financial implications.
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Act takes effect immediately and expires January 1, 2022.
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of the office for people with developmental disabilities to conduct a study in consultation with the comptroller's office on whether it is feasible to allow the use of debit cards for residents' cash accounts to be used for facilities and service providers holding operating certificates.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.234
10/7/2020