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NY A09485
Bill
Status
5/2/2014
Primary Sponsor
Aileen Gunther
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AI Summary
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Office of Mental Health shall establish a standardized training program for developing crisis intervention teams in consultation with behavioral health providers, self-advocates, peer service providers, law enforcement, and district attorney agencies
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Training program shall instruct law enforcement and first responders in de-escalation best practices and strategies for managing crisis situations involving individuals exhibiting emotional disturbances
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Training program must be made available to municipal law enforcement agencies upon request no later than six months after the effective date, within appropriated amounts
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Act takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Directs the office of mental health to establish a training program for the purpose of developing crisis intervention teams.
Last Action
referred to mental health
5/2/2014