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NY A07112
Bill
Status
3/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Latrice Walker
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AI Summary
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Directs the Commissioner of Health, in conjunction with the commissioners of mental health, developmental disabilities, and education, to conduct research on psychostimulants, SSRIs, antidepressants, and other drugs prescribed for ADD/ADHD in school-age children
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Study must examine harmful side effects of these medications, the appropriateness and effectiveness of diagnostic tools and methods, medication appropriateness, and demographic disparities in diagnosis
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Research will also address the increasing rate of ADD and ADHD diagnoses among school-age children
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Commissioner of Health must report findings to the Governor, Assembly Speaker, and Senate Temporary President within two years of the act taking effect
Legislative Description
Authorizes and directs the department of health to conduct a study on drugs prescribed for school-age children with ADD and ADHD.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026