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NY S09294

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/10/2024

Primary Sponsor

Nathalia Fernandez

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Penal Law § 130.00 to expand the definition of "mental health care provider" for purposes of sex offense laws
  • Adds licensed mental health counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist to the list of covered providers
  • Previously covered providers remain: licensed physician, licensed psychologist, registered professional nurse, licensed clinical social worker, and licensed master social worker under supervision
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment
  • Known as "Gittel's Law"

Legislative Description

Expands the definition of mental health care provider to include licensed mental health counselors and licensed marriage and family therapists, for purposes of certain sex offenses committed during a treatment session, consultation, interview, or examination.

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A10105B

6/6/2024

Committee Referrals

Codes5/10/2024

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