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NY A06514
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/12/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jodi Giglio
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AI Summary
- Amends Mental Hygiene Law Section 9.27(b) to add a new category of persons authorized to apply for involuntary admission of an individual alleged to be mentally ill
- Allows any community member over age 18 who resides in the same community as the person to apply for involuntary admission
- Permits community ambassadors in counties or localities with established community ambassador programs to apply for involuntary admission
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
- Known as "Tony's Law"
Legislative Description
Authorizes a community member or community ambassador to apply for involuntary admission of a person alleged to be mentally ill.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Mental Health4/12/2023
Full Bill Text
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