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NY S09198
Bill
Status
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cordell Cleare
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AI Summary
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Establishes a grant program through the State Office for the Aging to provide home-delivered meals to homebound individuals aged 60+ on weekends and state-recognized holidays, ensuring access to at least one meal per day, 365 days per year
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Prioritizes grant funding for public or private nonprofit organizations and local government entities with a history of providing weekend meal programs
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Allows frozen, chilled, or shelf-stable meals and advance delivery methods to ensure continuity of service on non-operating days while maintaining federal and state nutrition and safety standards
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Appropriates $100 million from the general fund, with up to 10% available for administrative costs, funds available starting April 1, 2026
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Requires annual reporting to the legislature on individuals served by county, number of weekend/holiday meals delivered, and outreach efforts to underserved communities including rural areas and communities of color
Legislative Description
Directs the state office for the aging to establish a grant program for the provision of home-delivered meals to eligible homebound individuals on weekends and state-recognized holidays by eligible entities; requires a report; makes an appropriation therefore.
Last Action
REFERRED TO FINANCE
2/13/2026