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NY S02377
Bill
Status
11/11/2019
Primary Sponsor
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
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AI Summary
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Expands the veterans health care information program to include information on spina bifida and specific mental and physical health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and other brain-related injuries.
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Extends health care information program benefits to children of veterans in addition to existing coverage for veterans, surviving spouses, and health care providers.
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Requires the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to collect, maintain, and analyze data on the military background and circumstances of persons under its jurisdiction who served in the United States armed forces.
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law, with authority for necessary rule and regulation changes effective immediately.
Legislative Description
Requires the veterans health care information program to provide information concerning health issues to veteran's children; requires the department of corrections and community supervision to maintain records regarding the military background of certain individuals under its jurisdiction.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.485
11/11/2019