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NY S05490
Bill
Status
4/27/2021
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Hinchey
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Labor to provide information about food stamp programs to individuals filing unemployment insurance claims under section 596 of the labor law.
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Expands notification requirements to include utility assistance and rental and mortgage assistance programs available through the Division of Housing and Community Renewal and the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance.
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Mandates the Commissioner post information about these assistance programs on the Department of Labor's website in a prominently displayed and easily accessible manner.
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Applies to individuals both filing claims for unemployment benefits and certifying for ongoing unemployment benefits.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires the commissioner of labor to provide notice to unemployment applicants of rental, mortgage, food and utility assistance programs available through the division of housing and community renewal and the office of temporary and disability assistance; requires the commissioner to provide a link to such programs on the department's website.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A6337B
5/19/2021