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NY S09143
Bill
Status
7/30/2018
Primary Sponsor
Susan Serino
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AI Summary
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Establishes criteria for child drowning risk factors by age group to be developed by the Department of Health
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Requires the Department to conduct ongoing public awareness and education program on drowning risks, precautions, and life-saving procedures, including CPR class information on its website
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Mandates production and distribution of educational materials on drowning prevention to child care centers, pediatricians, schools, hospitals, birthing centers, and healthcare providers for distribution to parents and patients
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Requires periodic review of drowning incident data in children and updates to educational materials and website information as appropriate
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Requires triennial reports to the Governor and Legislature beginning January 1, 2020 on program implementation and recommendations, contingent on available appropriations
Legislative Description
Requires the department of health to establish criteria for risk factors of drowning by children in various age groups and requires the department to conduct an ongoing public awareness and education program on drowning risks, precautions and life-saving procedures.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
7/30/2018