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NY A03557
Bill
Status
5/16/2018
Primary Sponsor
Felix Ortiz
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AI Summary
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Amends Mental Hygiene Law Section 7.09 to require the Commissioner of Mental Health, Commissioner of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, and Director of Veterans' Affairs to jointly develop a public education initiative targeting service members, veterans, and their families.
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Initiative must address stigma and misinformation about mental illness and chemical dependence, improve understanding of mental and substance use disorders, and provide information about effective treatment options and available resources.
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Public education efforts may utilize the internet and social networking sites as distribution channels.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment and automatically expires on June 30, 2020.
Legislative Description
Creates a public education initiative designed to eliminate stigma and misinformation about mental illness and chemical dependence among military service members.
Last Action
REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS
5/16/2018