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NY A09289
Bill
Status
Introduced
12/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Paula Kay
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AI Summary
- Exempts current sworn police officers and peace officers from mandatory reporting requirements when mental health professionals determine they pose a substantial risk or threat of harm
- Creates an exception to the exemption: reporting is still required if the mental health professional determines the officer's condition impairs their ability to perform job duties
- Defines police and peace officers according to Section 1.20 of the criminal procedure law
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Exempts police and peace officers receiving treatment from mandatory reporting of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals, unless the mental health professional determines, based on reasonable professional judgment, that the condition impairs such person's ability to perform their job duties.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Mental Health12/10/2025
Full Bill Text
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