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NY A08114
Bill
Status
7/23/2020
Primary Sponsor
Didi Barrett
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AI Summary
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Amends Executive Law Section 353 to require the Division of Veterans' Services to provide information on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through mental health and substance abuse resource portals on its website.
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Mandates that division portals include virtual links to relevant federal and state government programs and information on suicide prevention, peer outreach and support, and services for physically disabled veterans.
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Requires the Division to consult with the Office of Mental Health, Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, Department of Health, and Department of Labor in providing these resources.
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Directs the Division to reference this information in its annual report to the Governor and Legislature and maintain and update the information annually.
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Takes effect 60 days after becoming law.
Legislative Description
Directs the division of veterans' services to provide information regarding resources that are available to assist veterans who experience post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury (TBI); directs portals on the division's internet website.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
7/23/2020