S2674
An act to amend the Executive Law — 2023-06-01 · Calendar #1273
The New York State Senate passed legislation extending services for homeless youth on a 43-15 vote. Senate Print 2674, sponsored by Sen. Fernandez, allows programs serving homeless young people to continue providing assistance beyond current age limits. Supporters argued the measure is critical for protecting vulnerable youth, particularly homeless LGBTQ individuals who experience homelessness at disproportionate rates. Sen. Krueger emphasized the bill's role in preventing human trafficking and providing continued government support for young people without families or homes. The legislation takes effect immediately. Fifteen senators voted against the measure, including Borrello, Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Gallivan, Helming, Lanza, Mattera, Murray, Oberacker, O'Mara, Ortt, Palumbo, Rhoads, Stec, Walczyk, and Weber.
PASSED
Ayes: 43
· Nays: 15
Debate Summary
The bill extends services for homeless youth by allowing programs to continue serving them beyond current age limits. Sen. Krueger emphasized the critical need to protect vulnerable youth from human trafficking and provide continued government support. Sen. Fernandez, the bill sponsor, highlighted that homeless LGBTQ youth are disproportionately affected and noted the bill addresses both homelessness and housing crisis issues.
Recorded Votes
Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.
| Senator | Vote | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Borrello | nay | Republican |
| Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | nay | Republican |
| Gallivan | nay | Republican |
| Helming | nay | Republican |
| Lanza | nay | Republican |
| Mattera | nay | Republican |
| Murray | nay | Republican |
| O'Mara | nay | Republican |
| Oberacker | nay | Republican |
| Ortt | nay | Republican |
| Palumbo | nay | Republican |
| Rhoads | nay | Republican |
| Stec | nay | Republican |
| Walczyk | nay | Republican |
| Weber | nay | Republican |