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NY A03235
Bill
Status
2/2/2023
Primary Sponsor
Amy Paulin
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AI Summary
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Authorizes peace officers and authorized police officers to request ambulance service for individuals requiring emergency psychiatric assessment and transport, in addition to the current authority of directors of community services and their designees.
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Modifies Mental Hygiene Law section 9.45 to allow ambulance services to transport individuals to hospitals or comprehensive psychiatric emergency programs upon request from peace officers or police officers acting on behalf of the director of community services.
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Permits individuals meeting emergency assessment criteria to voluntarily agree to be transported to a crisis stabilization center for care and treatment if the center determines it can meet their service needs.
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Takes effect immediately, with provisions for the amended section to expire and revert to an alternative version pursuant to Chapter 723 of the laws of 1989.
Legislative Description
Provides an authorized police officer or peace officer the ability to request ambulance service for certain individuals who need emergency admission for immediate observation, care and treatment.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/3/2024