NY A07213

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance shall establish a single universal application form for all individuals applying for public assistance benefits.

Universal form must list all information and questions necessary to determine eligibility for all public assistance benefits administered by the office, as required by law, rule, or regulation.

Local social services districts are required to provide all public assistance applicants with the universal benefits form.

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance must review the universal benefits form at least once every six months and add any additional required information.

Bill takes effect 180 days after becoming law, with authority to adopt necessary rules and regulations effective immediately.