NY S07484

Establishes a statewide residential families committee within the existing developmental disabilities advisory council

Committee membership limited to persons with developmental disabilities residing in community residences, intermediate care facilities, or other residential facilities, or their family members/guardians

Prohibits facility owners, operators, board members, or employees of residential facilities for persons with developmental disabilities from serving on the committee

Committee must meet quarterly and hold regional public meetings to gather input from residents and families regarding facility operations and care

Committee duties include advising the commissioner on matters affecting residential facility residents, recommending statewide and regional priorities, and informing on issues important to residents and their families