Initiatives & Legislation

Program reforms and service improvements for New York's low and moderate-income populations involve legislative efforts.

Since 1872, SCAA has advised public officials on health and human service improvements and encourages public involvement in the legislative process.

On these pages you will find:

Our Agenda, SCAA's 2009-10 Legislative Agenda, which outlines the primary legislative priorities shaping our efforts.

Disconnected Youth, a resource page with SCAA policy forum materials and reports focused on preventing disconnection among young people involved in the child welfare and children’s mental health systems.

Adult Home Reform, a resource page documenting SCAA's adult home reform efforts, including assisted living statements.

Home Visiting, a resource page for home visiting press, reports, and initiatives in New York State.

Adult Education & Employment, coming soon.

Adolescent Health, a resource page for SCAA colleagues and partner organizations working with teens and young adults.

Memos in Support or Opposition to proposed legislation.

Testimony presented by SCAA staff before various legislative committees.

A Contact Your Representative page to identify and connect you with your state and federal representatives.