NY S04276

Replaces outdated terminology "office of mental retardation and developmental disabilities" with "office for people with developmental disabilities" throughout multiple state laws and agencies.

Updates references in election law, executive law, public health law, education law, social services law, and other statutes to reflect the new office name.

Applies the terminology change across numerous state agencies and programs including voter registration, healthcare, developmental services coordination, and child welfare functions.

Makes technical corrections to over 70 sections of law to ensure consistent use of current naming conventions for the developmental disabilities office.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment with limited exceptions related to education law provisions that have scheduled expiration dates.