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NY S05938
Bill
Status
6/1/2021
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Amends Mental Hygiene Law by adding Section 7.49 to establish regional or county-based peer support services programs for transgender and non-binary individuals
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Peer support services must include peer counseling for mental illness, alcohol and substance abuse counseling, family support services, domestic violence support, and mental and physical health services
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Commissioner shall develop training and credentialing programs for peer counselors, either directly or through contract
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Office shall establish minimum qualifications for certified or recognized peer counselors based on completion of approved courses, on-the-job experience in mental health or substance abuse counseling, or other office-recognized credentials
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes a regional or county-based peer support services program for transgender and non-binary individuals that provides support services including but not limited to, peer counseling for mental illness including alcohol and substance abuse counseling, family support services, domestic violence, mental health and physical health.
Last Action
referred to mental health
4/5/2022