NY A08020

Establishes a shared housing pilot program through the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities in partnership with a nonprofit organization experienced in employment training and support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder

Creates shared residential housing units for up to four individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities per unit, supported by dedicated staff

Maintains per-individual funding at levels that are not substantially decreased due to shared living arrangements, balancing equitable funding with incentives for shared spaces to reduce total units funded

Authorizes the office to waive or alter certain housing requirements as necessary to achieve pilot program goals, including funding allotments based on residents per unit

Requires the office to report findings to the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker three years after program establishment, with authority to recommend regulatory changes based on outcomes