Includes senior citizens as vulnerable populations eligible for supportive housing
This bill amends New York's public health law to explicitly include senior citizens (defined as 62 years or older) as a vulnerable population eligible for supportive housing programs. It expands eligibility for state housing development grants to organizations serving seniors, requiring applicants to detail how they will support this group. Funding must directly support housing development and services for vulnerable populations, including seniors, with annual reports tracking how funds are used for this purpose. The change ensures seniors are formally recognized in the state's housing support system, affecting housing providers and senior residents seeking stable, accessible housing.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
Jan 14, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
1 primary · 14 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Erik Dilan
DDemocratic
Co
Al Taylor
DDemocratic
Co
Alicia Hyndman
DDemocratic
Co
Brian Cunningham
DDemocratic
Co
Dana Levenberg
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Deborah Glick
DDemocratic
Co
Jo Anne Simon
DDemocratic
Co
Kalman Yeger
DDemocratic
Co
Karines Reyes
DDemocratic
Co
MaryJane Shimsky
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Nader Sayegh
DDemocratic
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