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NY S01766
Bill
Status
1/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
John Mannion
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AI Summary
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Establishes an independent intellectual and developmental disability ombudsman program to be operated or selected by the office for people with developmental disabilities.
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Ombudsman will identify, investigate, refer and resolve complaints from consumers or providers regarding managed care organization coverage, access to intellectual and developmental disability services and supports, and network adequacy.
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Directs the commissioner of the office for people with developmental disabilities to conduct a request for proposal process to select an entity to establish and operate the ombudsman program.
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Allows funds to be allocated and distributed by the commissioner subject to budget director approval, notwithstanding other provisions of state finance law and economic development law.
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Effective date is 180 days after the bill becomes law.
Legislative Description
Establishes the office of the independent intellectual and developmental disability ombudsman program for the purpose of assisting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to ensure that they receive coverage from managed care organizations that is appropriate in meeting their individual service needs and uses a request for proposal process to determine who shall be responsible for such program.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A1153A
5/24/2021