Expands maximum benefit and eligibility for burial assistance; expedites aid during state disaster emergencies.

New York Senate Bill S00890 amends the social services law to expand the maximum benefit and eligibility requirements for financial assistance for burial arrangements. It allows public welfare officials to reimburse relatives or friends of the deceased for burial expenses, up to a set limit, if they were required to pay for the burial. The bill also ensures that eligibility for benefits does not consider a person's immigration status. Additionally, during a state disaster emergency, it mandates expedited processing and direct payment to funeral firms within fifteen days.

Expands maximum benefit and eligibility for burial assistance; expedites aid during state disaster emergencies.

New York Senate Bill S00890 amends the social services law to expand the maximum benefit and eligibility requirements for financial assistance for burial arrangements. It allows public welfare officials to reimburse relatives or friends of the deceased for burial expenses, up to a set limit, if they were required to pay for the burial. The bill also ensures that eligibility for benefits does not consider a person's immigration status. Additionally, during a state disaster emergency, it mandates expedited processing and direct payment to funeral firms within fifteen days.