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Reimburses counties who have purchased or will purchase document management software designed specifically for the child welfare industry
In Assembly Committee · Social Services · Sponsor Philip Palmesano
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Title of bill
An act to amend the social services law, in relation to the state reimbursement of county payments for certain document management software designed specifically for the child welfare industry
Purpose
To provide fiscal relief to counties who have purchased or will purchase document management software designed specifically for the child welfare industry.
Summary of provisions
Amends the social services law by adding a new paragraph (aa) to section 368-a of the social services law to require the State to reimburse counties if such county has previously purchased or intends to purchase document management software designed specifically for the child welfare industry. Further defines "document managing software" as a database application that utilizes advanced document capture, storage, and retrieval technology to establish a paperless environment both within the agency and in the field.
Justification
Local social services provide help to children who are the subject of abuse, neglect or other forms of maltreatment. A case study of the Chemung County Department of Social Services caseworkers found that only 21% of their time was spent in the field and the rest was being used on documentation. After incorporating document management software, caseworkers were able to complete all the necessary documentation 91% faster, which allowed them to spend more time with the children and families that need their help. Reproducing these results throughout the state could greatly improve a county's ability to serve children and families in need.
Legislative history
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Fiscal implications
Undetermined at this time. However, making the system more streamlined and efficient will significantly increase worker productivity and lower the active caseload burden on county's departments of social services.
Effective date
This bill shall take effect immediately.
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