New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A04535

Introduced
2/4/25  
Refer
2/4/25  
Refer
1/7/26  
Report Pass
3/4/26  

Caption

Authorizes the study of the number of senior citizens in New York state who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years; provides that the director of the office for the aging shall deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.

Summary

Bill A04535 authorizes the Office for the Aging in New York State to conduct a study on the number of senior citizens who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years, along with the causes behind these filings. The study aims to gather data that may inform future legislative actions to support the elderly population facing financial difficulties. The findings and any legislative recommendations must be submitted to the governor and the legislature within one year of the bill's enactment.

Impact

This bill will provide valuable insights into the financial struggles of senior citizens in New York, potentially leading to legislative measures aimed at preventing bankruptcy among this demographic. By identifying the underlying causes of bankruptcy, the state may be able to implement policies or programs that address these issues, thus impacting state laws related to elder financial protection and support services.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A04535 appears to be positive, as it has received unanimous support in the Assembly Aging Committee, indicating a shared concern for the financial well-being of senior citizens. The favorable vote suggests that legislators recognize the importance of understanding and addressing the financial challenges faced by the elderly.

Contention

There are currently no notable points of contention reported regarding this bill, as it has moved through the committee with unanimous support. However, potential future discussions may arise regarding the allocation of resources for the study and the implementation of any recommendations that emerge from the findings.

Companion Bills

NY S03861

Same As Authorizes the study of the number of senior citizens in New York state who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years; provides that the director of the office for the aging shall deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.

Previously Filed As

NY S02507

Authorizes the study of the number of senior citizens in New York state who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years; provides that the director of the office for the aging shall deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.

NY S03861

Authorizes the study of the number of senior citizens in New York state who have filed for bankruptcy in the past ten years; provides that the director of the office for the aging shall deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.

NY S05185

Directs the department of health to conduct a study relating to opening a new hospital in southeast Queens; requires the department of health to deliver a copy of the findings of the study conducted and any legislative recommendations to the governor and the legislature.

NY A09395

Authorizes and directs the MTA to conduct a study on a unified, single city fare zone in New York City and to report the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.

NY S08620

Authorizes and directs the MTA to conduct a study on a unified, single city fare zone in New York City and to report the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.

NY S09920

Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers and to submit a report of the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.

NY S08043

Directs the commissioner of mental health to conduct a study of child- and youth-targeted mobile crisis outreach teams in New York state, and deliver a report including the findings and recommendations of such study to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, and the speaker of the assembly.

NY S02453

Establishes the bureau of the senior tenants' advocate within the state office for the aging; provides that the senior tenants' advocate shall assist senior citizen tenants in resolving complaints they may have with the New York state division of housing and community renewal, landlord disputes, rent increases, and other housing related matters; provides that the governor shall appoint the senior tenants' advocate.

NY S03686

Establishes the bureau of the senior tenants' advocate within the state office for the aging; provides that the senior tenants' advocate shall assist senior citizen tenants in resolving complaints they may have with the New York state division of housing and community renewal, landlord disputes, rent increases, and other housing related matters; provides that the governor shall appoint the senior tenants' advocate.

NY A04191

Establishes the bureau of the senior tenants' advocate within the state office for the aging; provides that the senior tenants' advocate shall assist senior citizen tenants in resolving complaints they may have with the New York state division of housing and community renewal, landlord disputes, rent increases, and other housing related matters; provides that the governor shall appoint the senior tenants' advocate.

Similar Bills

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