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NY S08782
Bill
Status
3/11/2024
Primary Sponsor
John Mannion
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 15-member temporary blue-ribbon commission to study and recommend systemic reforms for New York's intellectual and developmental disabilities service delivery system
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Commission membership includes individuals with disabilities, direct support professionals, provider agency representatives, labor representatives, housing developers, and appointed members from legislative leaders and state officials
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Commission chair is the Commissioner of the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities; members receive no compensation but are reimbursed for actual expenses
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Commission must examine workforce recruitment and retention, equitable access to person-centered services, technology infrastructure, behavioral health co-occurring needs, community-based housing, and competitive employment opportunities
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Commission must submit findings and recommendations to the governor and legislative leaders within 15 months of the act's effective date; act expires and is repealed two years after enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes the "blue-ribbon commission on the future of New York state's service delivery system for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities act" to conduct a study and prepare a report to examine, evaluate and make recommendations for systemic reforms to ensure a sustainable set of supports and services that meets the evolving needs of all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Last Action
PRINT NUMBER 8782A
6/3/2024