DEBTS OWED TO THE STATE OF NEW YORK
The New York State Attorney General’s Office has created a form for those requesting a suspension of debt collection where a person owes debts to the State of New York that have been referred to the AG’s Office for collection. The relief is specifically for people who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and can include the suspension of interest and collection fees.

This does not apply to medical or student loan debts owed to the State of New York.  Collection of those debts has been suspended.  On-line form.

Remember – the debt collection of various debts owed to the State of New York is suspended not forgiven and in the future collection on those debts will commence again.

STUDENT LOAN ASSISTANCE
A great first step for anyone seeking student loan assistance is the NYC Financial Empowerment Centers. Any NYC resident can meet with a financial counselor to understand their loans, enroll in an IDR plan, or even rehabilitate or consolidate out of default.  

Counseling is still available, though it is now online.   Make an appointment.

Someone seeking assistance can also call 311 to get connected to a counselor near them.