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NY S09214
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cordell Cleare
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AI Summary
- Creates an affordable independent senior housing assistance program through grants to housing properties serving residents over 60 years old, where at least 80% have household incomes below 60% of area median income
- Requires joint development by the Commissioner of Housing and Commissioner of Health, with the Department of Health distributing grants and determining eligible assistance services
- Excludes services requiring licensure as adult care facilities or assisted living residences, requiring stakeholder input and written determinations before approving grants
- Allocates 60% of annual funding to urban areas and 40% to rural areas of New York State
- Defines resident assistance as support promoting healthy living, extending independence, and improving quality of life for seniors living independently
Legislative Description
Establishes an affordable independent senior housing assistance program which shall provide grants within amounts appropriated or otherwise available therefor to affordable independent senior housing properties to establish and operate resident assistance programs.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
2/25/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/25/2026
Housing, Construction, and Community Development2/17/2026
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