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NY A04456
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Molitor
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AI Summary
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Requires individuals without lawful immigrant status to undergo a background check before receiving state assistance including payments for aged/blind/disabled persons, family assistance, safety net assistance, Title XX services, and medical assistance
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Disqualifies applicants who have been members of a totalitarian party or terrorist organization
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Disqualifies applicants convicted of crimes that would constitute a felony in New York State
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Disqualifies applicants who have falsely claimed citizenship or legal resident status
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Disqualifies applicants with a substance use disorder unless they have consented to and are receiving appropriate treatment
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Takes effect January 1 following enactment
Legislative Description
Requires undocumented immigrants to submit to the same level of background checks as lawful immigrants in order to use certain state resources.
Last Action
referred to social services
1/7/2026