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NY S06026
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
- Requires the Division of Criminal Justice Services to create a standardized form for a voluntary registry to help locate missing persons with autism spectrum disorders, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other conditions affecting communication and recognition
- Registry form may include identifying information such as physical features, medical conditions, whether the person is non-verbal, and emergency contacts for family or friends
- Allows submission of a photograph of the registrant along with the form
- Form development must be done in consultation with the Commissioner of the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
- Takes effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for agencies to develop necessary rules and regulations
Legislative Description
Establishes a voluntary registry of individuals with autism, Alzheimer's or dementia who may be at risk of wandering away from home; creates a standardized form available that may be submitted to local law enforcement agencies by family members and caregivers of such individuals that would include identifying information and may include a photograph of the registrant.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Codes1/7/2026
Disabilities5/20/2025
Codes3/4/2025
Full Bill Text
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