Allows state agencies, municipalities, and authorities to provide public benefits regardless of immigration status.

This bill amends the executive law, general municipal law, and public authorities law to allow state agencies, municipalities, and authorities to provide state or local public benefits to individuals regardless of their immigration status. The bill defines "state agency" and "municipal corporation" and specifies that these entities can offer benefits to those who would otherwise qualify under federal law, but for restrictions based on immigration status. The changes take effect immediately.

Allows state agencies, municipalities, and authorities to provide public benefits regardless of immigration status.

This bill amends the executive law, general municipal law, and public authorities law to allow state agencies, municipalities, and authorities to provide state or local public benefits to individuals regardless of their immigration status. The bill defines "state agency" and "municipal corporation" and specifies that these entities can offer benefits to those who would otherwise qualify under federal law, but for restrictions based on immigration status. The changes take effect immediately.