A 8281 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Requires undocumented immigrants to submit to the same level of health background check and be vaccinated in order to use certain state resources

This bill would require undocumented immigrants to undergo specific health screenings and vaccinations before they can access certain state assistance programs, such as medical aid and safety net services. Under the new rules, these individuals must receive a series of vaccines for diseases like measles and influenza and test negative for communicable illnesses like tuberculosis and syphilis. The legislation also mandates that applicants not have physical or mental disorders linked to harmful behavior. These requirements apply only to people without lawful immigration status and include exceptions for those who are medically unable to be vaccinated or are already receiving treatment for a disease.
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Nov 2023
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Introduced Nov 27, 2023 Last action May 21, 2024
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Nov 27, 2023
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