NY A06174

Changes references throughout New York State law from "office of mental retardation and developmental disabilities" to "office for people with developmental disabilities" across multiple statutes including election law, executive law, public health law, education law, and social services law.

Updates terminology in sections governing voter registration agencies, interagency coordinating committees, advisory committees, and facility licensing and oversight to use the new agency name.

Modifies references in sections related to medical assistance programs, Medicaid fraud prevention, early intervention services, traumatic brain injury programs, and community-based services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Corrects terminology in criminal procedure law, family court act, and correction law sections that reference the agency's role in mental health and developmental disability proceedings and services.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment with limited exceptions for provisions that expire or revert under other law.