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NY A09037
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Weisenberg
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AI Summary
- Allows qualified persons to obtain records and documents related to allegations and investigations of patient abuse or mistreatment at mental health facilities within twenty-one days of investigation conclusion
- Permits recipients to share released records with health care providers, behavioral health care providers, law enforcement if a crime is suspected, or the recipient's attorney
- Requires a cover letter accompany all released records stating the permitted uses and restrictions on further dissemination
- Allows patients, former patients, and their representatives to use investigation records in legal proceedings without dissemination restrictions
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the release of mental hygiene records pertaining to allegations and investigations of abuse or mistreatment.
Last Action
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
6/6/2012
Committee Referrals
Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities6/6/2012
Rules6/5/2012
Codes5/22/2012
Mental Health1/17/2012
Full Bill Text
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