New York A02109 amends the social services law to allow victims of domestic violence to self-attest their status.

New York A02109 amends the social services law to allow victims of domestic violence to self-attest their status. The bill requires social services districts to notify applicants and recipients of procedures for protection from domestic violence and available services. It mandates periodic inquiries about domestic violence, conducted by a domestic violence liaison, and allows for waivers of certain program requirements based on the individual's circumstances. Information about domestic violence is kept confidential unless required by law or authorized by the individual.

New York A02109 amends the social services law to allow victims of domestic violence to self-attest their status.

New York A02109 amends the social services law to allow victims of domestic violence to self-attest their status. The bill requires social services districts to notify applicants and recipients of procedures for protection from domestic violence and available services. It mandates periodic inquiries about domestic violence, conducted by a domestic violence liaison, and allows for waivers of certain program requirements based on the individual's circumstances. Information about domestic violence is kept confidential unless required by law or authorized by the individual.