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NY S09100

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

11/20/2020

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Parker

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Origin

Senate

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "transgender and non-binary peer support grant program" under the mental hygiene law, subject to appropriation
  • Authorizes the commissioner to award grants to eligible entities that provide initial and continued training in mental illness, including post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide prevention
  • Eligible entities must submit applications with information and assurances as prescribed by the commissioner
  • Requires the commissioner to develop standards for the program including volunteer training, administrative staffing, and best practices for serving the transgender and non-binary community
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Establishes a transgender and non-binary peer support grant program which shall grant awards to eligible entities for the purpose of establishing peer-to-peer mental health programs for transgender and non-binary individuals.

Last Action

REFERRED TO RULES

11/20/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules11/20/2020

Full Bill Text

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