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NY S03945
Bill
Status
5/26/2021
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Kennedy
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AI Summary
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Expands veterans' eligibility for public housing to include service between September 14, 2001 and December 31, 2022, in addition to the existing February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975 service period requirement.
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Requires 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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Preference eligibility contingent on housing authority compliance with federal regulations under 24 CFR Section 960.206 regarding veteran 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
5/25/2022