New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5159: Relates to waiving application fees for individuals who certify they are unemployed
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 5159 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to waiving application fees for individuals who certify they are unemployed. Primary sponsor: Lester Chang (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Waives application fees for individuals who certify to the state civil service department that they are unemployed; removes provisions requiring an individual also be primarily responsible for the support of a household or receiving public assistance.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lester Chang | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | House | 49 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES
- REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES