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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Discussion of proposed legislation (Intros 245, 1028, and 1148)
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Jill Berry outlines three bills being discussed before the committee, focusing on streamlining the benefits application process and improving communication with applicants. She provides an overview of each proposed legislation.
- Introduction 245: Proposes a report on creating a universal benefits application for local public benefit programs and directs the development of such an application if deemed feasible.
- Introduction 1028: Proposes the creation of a system to automatically enroll individuals in city-created benefits programs like Fair Fares NYC.
- Introduction 1148: Would require DSS to provide an application receipt to any applicant for benefits or services.
Jill Berry
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With regard to the legislation being heard today before the committee are three bills.
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Introduction 245 by Hudson council member Hudson proposes a report on the feasibility of creating a universal benefits app benefits application for local public benefit programs and directive to develop a universal benefits application as determined feasible by the commissioner of the department of social services.
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This bill would also codify access NYC which is a screening tool for public assistance programs, direct the incorporation of new and existing programs as deemed possible, and require increased public awareness efforts of such tools.
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Introduction 01/1028 by council member Hudson proposes that the commissioner of social services create a system to automatically enroll individuals in city created benefits programs like Fairfairs NYC.
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Introduction November by council member Kaban would require DSS to provide an application receipt to any applicant for benefits or services.