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NY A10269
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Seawright
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AI Summary
- Creates the Interagency Council on Kinship Care under the Office of the Aging to investigate and make recommendations on issues affecting kinship caregivers
- Requires participation from multiple state agencies including Children and Family Services, Health, Mental Health, Education, and Office of Court Administration, plus nonprofit groups like the NY State Caregiver and Respite Coalition
- Grants the council full legislative committee powers to hold public or private hearings and conduct studies, surveys, and inquiries
- Council members serve without compensation but receive reimbursement for actual expenses; council may hire staff as needed
- Final report with findings and legislative recommendations due to the Governor and legislature by December 1, 2028, to be published online
Legislative Description
Establishes the interagency council on kinship care to investigate, evaluate and make recommendations concerning the unique issues of kinship caregivers.
Last Action
referred to children and families
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Children and Families2/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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