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20 6. Public availability of state plan summary. New York certifies that the State shall make available to the public a summary of any plan submitted by the State under this section. 7. Family violence option.
New York State has established and is enforcing standards and procedures to (a) screen and identify individuals with a history of domestic violence, while maintaining the confidentiality of such individuals; (b) refer such individuals to counseling and supportive services, where appropriate; and (c) for good cause, waive other program requirements which would make it more difficult for individuals receiving assistance to escape domestic violence or would place individuals at further risk of domestic violence. 8. Violence against women act.
New York State certifies that the State will establish and enforce standards and procedures to ensure that applicants and potential applicants for assistance under the State program funded under this part are notified of assistance made available by the State to victims of sexual harassment and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. New York State will ensure that case workers and other agency personnel responsible for administering the State program funded under this part are trained in: the nature and dynamics of sexual harassment and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking; State standards and procedures relating to the prevention of, and assistance for, individuals who are victims of sexual harassment or survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking; and methods of ascertaining and ensuring the confidentiality of personal information and documentation related to applicants for assistance and their children who have provided notice about their experiences of sexual harassment, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. New York State will ensure that the TANF program provides information about the options available to current and potential beneficiaries; and case workers and other agency personnel responsible for administering the TANF program are provided with training regarding State standards and procedures. _______________ Kathy Hochul Governor _________________ Barbara C. Guinn Acting Commissioner Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance