NY A10165

Repeals the geographic limitation restricting these provisions to cities with populations of one million or more, making the conciliation and non-compliance procedures apply statewide.

Requires social services districts to issue a re-engagement notice when a participant fails to comply with work requirements, allowing ten days to request re-engagement and providing an opportunity to avoid benefit reductions through a conciliation conference.

Establishes conciliation procedures mediated by independent entities or trained supervisory staff to resolve disputes about program participation, with no sanctions imposed during the re-engagement process.

Requires districts to verify that appropriate child care, transportation, and disability accommodations were available before imposing sanctions for non-compliance with work activities.

Takes effect April 1 following enactment.