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NY A09327
Bill
Status
12/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eric Brown
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AI Summary
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Authorizes trained crisis responders serving veterans and first responders to equip one motor vehicle with a green flashing light when responding to mental health emergencies, including suicide prevention and substance-related crises
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Defines "crisis responder" as a veteran, first responder, or trained peer crisis specialist affiliated with a recognized crisis-response program addressing PTSD, substance-use emergencies, or suicide prevention
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Requires crisis responders to complete crisis-intervention training approved by the NYS Division of Veterans' Services, Office of Mental Health, or Office of Addiction Services and Supports
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Specifies that the green light does not grant special right-of-way privileges and is used only to request courtesy from other motorists to yield
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Takes effect 90 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Authorizes crisis responders assisting veterans and first responders in mental health emergencies to display a green flashing light.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026