Social Services Law § 131-h · Title 1. General Provisions
Authority to operate family homes for adults
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§ 131-h. Authority to operate family homes for adults. A social services official may be authorized to operate family homes for adults, in compliance with the regulations of the department, if such official applies for such authority and demonstrates the need therefor and that suitable care is not otherwise available.
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- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/SOS131-H
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