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NY A04407
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Molitor
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AI Summary
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Prohibits individuals without lawful immigration status from receiving state assistance programs (including family assistance, safety net assistance, medical assistance, and Title XX services) unless they meet specific health requirements
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Requires immunization against 15 diseases including polio, measles, mumps, hepatitis A and B, influenza, COVID-19, and meningococcal disease, with exceptions for medical contraindications or those currently receiving vaccinations
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Mandates negative screening tests for gonorrhea, Hansen's disease (leprosy), syphilis, tuberculosis, and other communicable diseases the Health Commissioner deems significant before receiving benefits
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Disqualifies individuals found to have a physical or mental disorder with "associated harmful behavior" from receiving assistance
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Takes effect January 1 following enactment, with immediate authorization for agencies to develop implementing regulations
Legislative Description
Requires undocumented immigrants to submit to the same level of health background check and be vaccinated in order to use certain state resources.
Last Action
referred to social services
1/7/2026