NY Const, art XVII, § 1 · Article XVII. Social Welfare
Public relief and care
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Section 1. The aid, care and support of the needy are public concerns and shall be provided by the state and by such of its subdivisions, and in such manner and by such means, as the legislature may from time to time determine.
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- Law content up to date as of June 5, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/CNSA17S1
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