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NYS Announces Financial Assistance for Low Income Families

Governor Hochul: “We’re all parents and we talk about intensely how we can put more money back in the pockets of New Yorkers. We’re delivering $350 million in direct financial assistance to low- and moderate-income families statewide through the Child Tax Credit program. $350 million meaning one million New York families with children will be receiving a check in the mail by the end of August.”

VIDEO of the event is available on YouTube here and in TV quality (h.264, mp4) format here.

AUDIO of the Governor’s remarks is available here.

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Housing Discrimination

This document defines housing discrimination against renters in NY and the tenants’ rights when they are subjected to such discrimination.

Housing

Tags: Other Useful Resources

Language: English


I Want to Move and I Don’t Have a Lease

This document describes the requirements for a notice when tenant wants to move from an apartment with no formal lease.

Housing

Tags: Other Useful Resources

Language: English


Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)

This document describes Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, contracts and abatement (refusal to pay).

Housing

Tags: Evictions, Other Useful Resources

Language: English


Damage Claim Against Security Deposit

This document explains when a landlord can deduct from a security deposit and what a tenant can do if they disagree.

Housing

Tags: Other Useful Resources

Language: English


Earned Income Tax Credit

Summary of Earned Income Tax Credit, qualifications and rules


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