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NY S00391

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/4/2023

Primary Sponsor

Cordell Cleare

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Social Services must offer emergency shelter and services for up to 90 days at residential programs exclusively for victims of human trafficking, regardless of public assistance eligibility.

  • Two 45-day extensions of emergency shelter may be granted beyond the initial 90-day maximum for residents who continue to need emergency services and temporary shelter.

  • Department must consult with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development in providing these services.

  • Bill does not limit any rights or obligations under federal or state law, including reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

  • Effective 90 days after becoming law.

Legislative Description

Directs the department of social services of the city of New York, in consultation with the department of housing preservation and development, to provide shelter to victims of human trafficking at a residential program exclusively for victims of human trafficking.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CITIES 1

1/3/2024

Committee Referrals

Cities 11/4/2023

Full Bill Text

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