NY A08252

Amends the definition of "neglect" in social services law to require that neglectful conduct "places in imminent risk of" physical or mental injury, removing the previous standard of "is likely to result in" such injury.

Eliminates the detailed list of specific conduct constituting "significant incidents," including unauthorized seclusion, unauthorized time-out, improper medication administration, and inappropriate use of restraints.

Narrows "significant incident" definition to incidents other than abuse or neglect that may result in harm to health, safety, or welfare due to severity or sensitivity, plus conduct between service recipients that would constitute abuse if committed by a custodian.

Allows state oversight agencies to identify additional significant incidents through regulations and guidelines established by the executive director.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.