NYC Council Introduction 727

intro.nyc/0727-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Commissioner of homeless services coordinating with hospitals to make certain supplies available to discharged patients during certain weather events.
Status: Committee Committee on General Welfare
Sponsored by Shaun Abreu
Introduced: March 10, 2026

This bill would require the Commissioner of Homeless Services to make best efforts to coordinate with hospitals to make available supplies to patients experiencing homelessness, upon their discharge from the hospitals. The supplies during a Code Blue alert would include a mylar thermal blanket, a set of hand warmers, a winter hat, and a pair of gloves. The supplies during a Code Red alert would include a mylar thermal blanket, a reusable water bottle filled with cold water, cooling wipes, and a bandana.