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NY A09532
Bill
Status
1/19/2018
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Jean-Pierre
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AI Summary
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Requires the commissioner to develop a statewide policy mandating audits of residents' cash accounts in facilities, including audit frequency, responsibility, and procedures.
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Directs the commissioner to create a uniform audit system for residents' cash accounts and provide training to staff conducting audits.
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Authorizes facilities to use bank and debit cards for all residents' cash accounts.
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Requires facilities to develop policies on gift card purchases by or for residents, including inclusion in personal expenditure plans and notification requirements.
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Prohibits the use of self-generated receipts as evidence of meals purchased by cash custodians outside the residence.
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Takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with regulations to be completed by that date.
Legislative Description
Safeguards cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in a facility under the control of the commissioner of mental health, the commissioner of the office for people with developmental disabilities and the commissioner of alcoholism and substance abuse services.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/19/2018