New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09506

Introduced
1/8/26  
Refer
1/8/26  
Report Pass
1/12/26  
Refer
1/12/26  
Report Pass
1/12/26  
Engrossed
1/20/26  
Refer
1/20/26  
Engrossed
1/29/26  
Enrolled
2/13/26  
Chaptered
2/13/26  

Caption

Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

Impact

The implementation of A09506 will lead to significant changes in how social services districts manage family data concerning childcare assistance. By mandating the collection and reporting of detailed statistics, including family income levels and reasons for application denials, the bill aims to create a more equitable system for assistance. It is anticipated that this will help identify gaps in the system and better allocate resources to families in need, ensuring that support is provided efficiently and fairly.

Summary

A09506 is a legislative bill introduced in the New York Assembly aimed at improving the administration of childcare assistance by requiring social services districts to maintain a waiting list for families applying for support. The bill outlines the necessity for these districts to collect and report data regarding applications for assistance, including information on families that were denied assistance, as well as those who were placed on a waitlist due to lack of available funds. This measure intends to enhance transparency and accountability in the allocation of childcare assistance across the state.

Contention

Some points of contention surrounding A09506 may arise regarding the administrative burden placed on local social services districts. Critics may argue that the requirements for comprehensive reporting could strain resources and delay assistance to families. Additionally, the effectiveness of the bill in truly addressing the needs of underserved populations will be scrutinized, particularly regarding whether maintaining a waitlist will improve access to care or simply highlight the shortcomings of existing funding and policies.

Companion Bills

NY S08819

Same As Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

Previously Filed As

NY S08819

Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

NY S01926

Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

NY A07145

Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

NY A05084

Requires social services districts to maintain a waiting list of certain families applying for child care assistance.

NY SF4237

Department of Human Services and Children, Youth, and Families requirement to provide a report to the legislature on program integrity

NY S03781

Requires the office of children and family services to provide luggage to youth in foster care; provides that such luggage shall be distributed to social services districts for distribution to foster care youth; requires the office of children and family services to submit an annual report to the governor and the legislature about the distribution of luggage to foster care youth.

NY A05434

Requires the office of children and family services to provide luggage to youth in foster care; provides that such luggage shall be distributed to social services districts for distribution to foster care youth; requires the office of children and family services to submit an annual report to the governor and the legislature about the distribution of luggage to foster care youth.

NY HB2589

Prohibiting the secretary for children and families from accepting anonymous reports of child abuse or neglect, requiring the secretary to inform anonymous reporters of such prohibition and other pertinent information regarding reporting child abuse and neglect and allowing law enforcement agencies to accept anonymous reports of child abuse or neglect.

NY HF4327

Departments of Human Services and Children, Youth, and Families required to provide a report to the legislature on program integrity.

NY HF2175

Medical assistance vendor background checks required; fraud detection system established for Department of Human Services and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families; and reports required.

Similar Bills

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