Social Services Law § 137 · Title 1. General Provisions
Exemption from levy and execution
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§ 137. Exemption from levy and execution. All moneys or orders granted to persons as public assistance or care pursuant to this chapter shall be inalienable by any assignment or transfer and shall be exempt from levy and execution under the laws of this state.
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- Law content up to date as of October 2, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
- Official file
- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/SOS137
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