New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08819

Introduced
1/8/26  

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

If enacted, S08819 would significantly alter the management practices of social services districts regarding child care applications. By establishing a standardized waiting list, the bill aims to provide a clearer picture of the demand for child care assistance and the corresponding supply. This could lead to more informed legislative decisions about funding and support services at the state level, potentially addressing gaps in child care availability and financial assistance for low-income families.

Summary

Bill S08819 aims to require social services districts in New York to establish a waiting list for families applying for child care assistance if they have not received aid due to insufficient funding. This proposal includes mandates for local districts to collect data on families regarding their income and other relevant details, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of the demographic requesting support. The intention behind this bill is to enhance transparency and accountability within the child care assistance program, making it easier to identify families in need and manage resources effectively.

Contention

The bill may face opposition from those concerned that the implementation of such a waiting list might lead to additional bureaucratic barriers for families in need of immediate assistance. Critics may argue that while transparency is critical, lengthy waiting lists could deter families from applying for help, thereby reducing overall access to child care services. Furthermore, the requirement for detailed reporting of family income may raise privacy concerns amongst applicants, as risks associated with sensitive information could be a barrier for some potential beneficiaries.

Companion Bills

NY A09506

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 A09506

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 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 SF4237

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

NY HF4327

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

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 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.

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