NY A07921

Establishes a support team assisted response (STAR) pilot program in cities with populations of one million or more to dispatch mental health professionals and emergency medical technicians to non-criminal emergencies including overdoses, suicidal individuals, mental health crises, and intoxication.

Requires the Department of Mental Hygiene Commissioner, in consultation with criminal justice services, health, emergency medical services, and local authorities, to develop the program and create a training curriculum for participating professionals.

Mandates the Commissioner submit a report to the Governor and Legislature within 18 months detailing participating agencies, number of trained individuals, dispatch frequency, call types, outcomes, costs, logistical challenges, recommendations for improvement, and a statewide expansion plan.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment into law.