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NY A05507
Bill
Status
3/15/2023
Primary Sponsor
Linda Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Amends Social Services Law Section 131-a to establish new monthly need standards for persons receiving temporary housing assistance or residing in shelters that provide three meals per day.
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Sets specific monthly allowance amounts based on household size: $183.10 for one person, $291.50 for two, $389.00 for three, $501.70 for four, $618.70 for five, and $714.20 for six persons.
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Provides an additional monthly allowance of $97.50 for each additional eligible needy person in the household beyond six.
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Applies to individuals and families in temporary housing, adult shelters, family shelters, or public homes that provide three meals daily and meet eligibility requirements under existing need standards.
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Takes effect April 1st following enactment into law.
Legislative Description
Relates to the standards of monthly need for persons in receipt of public assistance; provides for an increased monthly allowance for persons and families residing in shelters.
Last Action
referred to social services
1/3/2024