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NY A05216
Bill
Status
3/7/2023
Primary Sponsor
Michael Fitzpatrick
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AI Summary
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Requires a sponsoring agency to make a presentation at any public hearing held by a municipality regarding placement of a residential facility for the disabled.
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Presentation must use appropriate audio-visual technology and include the sponsoring agency's history and background, number of employees at the facility, number of residents, and outline of structural changes to existing buildings.
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Applies only when a municipality decides to hold a public hearing; does not mandate that municipalities hold hearings.
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Amends Section 41.34 of the Mental Hygiene Law and takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides that a sponsoring agency must make a presentation at a public hearing before a residential facility for the disabled may be placed in a municipality.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/3/2024