Implements additional restrictions on actions to recover overpayment of certain assistance.

This bill amends the social services law to implement additional restrictions on actions to recover overpayment of certain assistance. It prohibits the use of confession of judgment to recover an overpayment and requires actions to be commenced within two years from payment for assistance or care. It also mandates that social services officials follow specific procedures when correcting overpayments, including mailing a written notice to the recipient.

Implements additional restrictions on actions to recover overpayment of certain assistance.

This bill amends the social services law to implement additional restrictions on actions to recover overpayment of certain assistance. It prohibits the use of confession of judgment to recover an overpayment and requires actions to be commenced within two years from payment for assistance or care. It also mandates that social services officials follow specific procedures when correcting overpayments, including mailing a written notice to the recipient.