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NY A08301
Bill
Status
10/20/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jenifer Rajkumar
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AI Summary
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Expands veterans' eligibility for public housing to include those who served in the armed forces between September 14, 2001 and December 31, 2022, in addition to the existing February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975 service period.
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Requires public housing authorities to grant preference in tenant selection to veterans or families of veterans with military service-connected disabilities, provided they otherwise qualify for occupancy.
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Mandates compliance with federal regulations under 24 CFR section 960.206 regarding such preferences.
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Takes effect 120 days after becoming law.
Legislative Description
Relates to veterans' eligibility for public housing; expands eligibility requirements to include veterans of the recent conflicts; requires granting of a preference for public housing to veterans or families of veterans who have a military service connected disability.
Last Action
referred to housing
1/5/2022