New York A03399 mandates screening incarcerated individuals for public benefits eligibility before release and assists them in applying for such.

New York A03399 requires officials to screen incarcerated individuals for eligibility for public benefits at least thirty days prior to their release. These benefits include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, and the Home Energy Assistance Program. The bill also mandates that officials assist eligible individuals in applying for these programs. Additionally, it requires officials to seek waivers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for eligibility in these programs.

New York A03399 mandates screening incarcerated individuals for public benefits eligibility before release and assists them in applying for such.

New York A03399 requires officials to screen incarcerated individuals for eligibility for public benefits at least thirty days prior to their release. These benefits include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, and the Home Energy Assistance Program. The bill also mandates that officials assist eligible individuals in applying for these programs. Additionally, it requires officials to seek waivers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for eligibility in these programs.