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NY S01481

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

6/7/2017

Primary Sponsor

Robert Ortt

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds new subdivision 6-a to Section 561 of the Executive Law, expanding the advisory council's duties regarding the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
  • Requires the council to review the validity of abuse and neglect claims and ensure allegations have been promptly and fully investigated
  • Mandates review of common standards for investigators, prosecutorial conduct, and validity of prosecutions within the agency's mission
  • Requires the council to review the register of individuals found responsible for abuse or neglect and verify they have been barred from employment in care of people with special needs
  • Includes review of investigations and procedures related to death cases
  • Takes effect 60 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Relates to the powers and duties of the advisory council of the justice center for the protection of people with special needs; adds additional duties relating to investigations of allegations of abuse and neglect.

Last Action

referred to mental health

4/16/2018

Committee Referrals

Mental Health4/16/2018
Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities1/3/2018
Mental Health6/7/2017
Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities1/9/2017

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