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S5494A·NY·senate

Relates to state financial aid for library social work services

In CommitteeFiled Feb 21, 2025
Sponsor: Siela Bynoe
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION

Jun 3, 2026

Summary

The bill would let the state award grants to public, association, and library systems located in economically disadvantaged areas so they can hire or contract social workers. By putting social workers in libraries, the program seeks to expand access to housing help, mental‑health support, and other social services for vulnerable residents who use library spaces.

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