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S 9701 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Enacts the rapid engagement initiative act

Summary
Establishes a program to provide immediate assistance to persons to whom an appearance ticket has been issued in order to address the critical needs of such persons for housing, medical treatment, legal representation, and other requirements.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides immediate assistance for housing, medical care, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, directly addressing critical needs to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides immediate medical treatment assistance to individuals with appearance tickets, directly improving patient access to healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides immediate assistance for housing needs to individuals with appearance tickets, directly addressing critical housing gaps.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides immediate assistance including housing, medical treatment, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, indicating support for immigrant services and integration.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 2, 2026 Last action Apr 2, 2026
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Photo of Cordell Cleare
Cordell Cleare
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