New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 7778: Requires commissioners of local social services districts to screen, apply for, and use and conserve federal benefits on behalf of children placed in foster care

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Plain-language summary

S 7778 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on May 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires commissioners of local social services districts to screen, apply for, and use and conserve federal benefits on behalf of children placed in foster care. Primary sponsor: Jabari Brisport (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jabari Brisport (Democratic/Working Families).