NYC Enforces New Policy to Evict Some Migrants from Shelters After 30 Days

source: NBC News New York City has initiated a controversial policy starting Wednesday, evicting some migrants from shelters after 30 days, with exceptions for families with children who can reapply for shelter after 60 days. This policy shift impacts approximately 250 new arrivals this week who must meet stringent requirements to extend their stay. Under the new policy, single adults and adult families without children must leave the shelter system within 30 days. Young adults aged 18 to 23 are given 60 days unless they meet specific exceptions that allow them to apply for extensions. Extenuating circumstances for these extensions include providing proof of access to alternative housing within 30 days, having immigration hearings scheduled within 30 days, undergoing or recovering from serious medical procedures, being enrolled full-time in high school and working toward graduation, or demonstrating significant efforts to resettle, according to the mayor’s office. Critics argue that this policy is inhumane and sets unrealistic expectations for migrants, potentially leading to increased homelessness. However, city officials maintain that these measures are essential for managing the immense strain on the shelter system, with nearly 200,000 migrants arriving since 2022. “With more than 65,800 migrants in our care and the continuous arrival of hundreds of new migrants seeking shelter daily, we have begun the next phase of our settlement,” stated Mayor Eric Adams’ chief of staff, Camille Joseph-Varlack. “Designated teams are reviewing the information provided by guests nearing the end of their 30- or 60-day notices, helping them with exit planning and determining their need for extended shelter.” Joseph-Varlack emphasized that while the new policy requires adaptation, it aims to assist migrants in progressing in their journeys, alleviate the strain on the shelter system, and ensure the provision of essential services to all New Yorkers. This policy results from a March settlement between the city and advocacy groups regarding the city’s “right to shelter” law, which mandates shelter for all, regardless of immigration status. The Adams administration sought to limit this right in response to the unprecedented influx of migrants. The challenge of managing increased migrant numbers is not unique to New York City. Other cities across the country have faced similar struggles since Texas Governor Greg Abbott began busing migrants to Democratic cities in 2022. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving situation. Follow Miss Knockout TV for the latest news, and join the conversation by sharing your thoughts below. #NYC #MigrantCrisis #ShelterSystem #MissKnockoutTV #BreakingNews.