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NY S04334

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Leroy Comrie

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a senior dental services grant program administered by the Director of the Office for the Aging to provide dental care to eligible elderly New Yorkers aged 65 and older

  • Limits eligibility to unmarried seniors with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level (household of one) or married couples with combined income at or below 200% FPL (household of two) who have no dental insurance

  • Provides a 24-month coverage period for eligible participants, with eligibility re-determination required at the end of each period

  • Authorizes selection of up to six grant recipients through a request for proposal process, with priority given to accredited educational programs and existing dental clinics serving low-income elderly, and consideration for geographic distribution

  • Requires annual reports to the Governor and legislative leaders by December 31st detailing program finances, effectiveness, recommendations for expansion, and grant recipient profiles

Legislative Description

Establishes a senior dental services grant program; authorizes the director to establish the program and, upon the availability of appropriations, provide grants to eligible elderly persons who are in need of such services.

Last Action

REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/4/2026
Aging1/7/2026
Finance3/4/2025
Aging2/4/2025

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