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NY A07737

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

5/31/2013

Primary Sponsor

Aileen Gunther

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Origin

Assembly

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Mental Hygiene Law Section 7.17 to require the Commissioner of Mental Health to develop a training program on diagnosis and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder for military veterans
  • Training program must be posted on the Office's website and include a component on military culture competency
  • Program is intended for mental health providers and mental health clinicians
  • Participants who complete the program may receive certification through the Office
  • Act takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Requires the office of mental health to establish a training program for the diagnosis and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Last Action

referred to veterans' affairs

1/8/2014

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs5/31/2013

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