NY S03035

Establishes the "Rapid Engagement Initiative Act" requiring cities with populations over one million (New York City) to connect individuals issued appearance tickets with voluntary supportive services shortly after contact with law enforcement

Requires each police precinct to have assigned peer navigators available at all times to serve as liaisons between police, charged individuals, and qualified social service organizations

Mandates rapid engagement teams to assess clients' needs and provide assistance with housing, vital documents, public benefits applications, medical/mental health care, substance use treatment, legal counsel, education programs, and immediate necessities like food and clothing

Requires appointments with rapid engagement teams to be scheduled within 24 hours of receiving an appearance ticket, with teams developing milestone plans and notifying district attorneys and courts of client participation before arraignment

Directs the Division of Criminal Justice Services to annually publish data including number of appearance tickets issued, client engagement rates, re-arrest rates, and court appearance outcomes for each precinct