NY A07269

Establishes a Support Team Assisted Response (STAR) pilot program in cities with populations of one million or more to respond to mental health, substance use, and non-criminal public health emergencies.

Requires dispatching mental health professionals and emergency medical technicians through the 911 system to provide free medical care, first aid, and mental health support for calls involving overdoses, suicidal individuals, mental health crises, and intoxication.

Mandates creation of a training program for mental health professionals and emergency medical technicians responding to non-criminal emergencies and coordination between program participants and local communities.

Requires the commissioner to submit a report to the governor and legislature within 18 months detailing participating agencies, trained individuals, dispatch frequency, outcomes, costs, logistical challenges, statewide expansion plans, and legislative recommendations.