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NY A01945

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/4/2015

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Fahy

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Origin

Assembly

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Mental Hygiene Law Section 7.09 to require the Commissioner of Mental Health to disseminate information to veterans about military sexual trauma treatment and resources.

  • Directs dissemination of information on which VA medical centers, outpatient clinics, community-based outpatient clinics, Vet Centers, and other VA facilities offer treatment, counseling, and resources for military sexual trauma experienced during active duty or military training.

  • Requires the Office to post this information on its website with links to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website and the State Division of Veterans' Affairs website.

  • Takes effect 90 days after becoming law, with the commissioner required to promulgate necessary rules and regulations immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Provides information on where to seek help regarding sexual trauma in the military.

Last Action

REFERRED TO FINANCE

6/8/2016

Committee Referrals

Finance6/8/2016
Veterans' Affairs1/20/2016
Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs5/4/2015
Veterans' Affairs1/13/2015

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