New Yorkers in need would soon be able to receive cash handouts from the city — with no strings attached.
A bill approved by the City Council on Thursday would permit the city to fund pilot programs that provide unconditional monetary assistance to people found eligible. Sponsored by Councilwoman Crystal Hudson (D-Brooklyn), the bill was approved with a 42-6 vote, with one Council member abstaining.
Eligibility requirements include residing in the city, and either having an annual gross income of no more than 80% of the area median income, or being a runaway or homeless youth.“It makes it legal for the […]
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