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NY A08589
Bill
Status
9/13/2019
Primary Sponsor
Karines Reyes
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AI Summary
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Commissioner of Mental Health must conduct a study on suicide rates among taxi medallion holders and taxi drivers in New York State and identify contributing factors.
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Commissioner may consult with any state or local office, agency, or department and request relevant information needed to complete the study.
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Commissioner must submit a report within one year of the effective date to the Governor, Senate President, Assembly Speaker, and both minority leaders containing study findings, contributing factors, and recommendations for legislative or other actions to reduce suicides.
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Act takes effect immediately and expires and is repealed 2 years after the effective date.
Legislative Description
Authorizes and directs the commissioner of mental health to conduct a study on the suicide rates of taxi medallion holders and taxi drivers in the state and make a report and recommendations on the findings of such study within one year.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/8/2020