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NY S09282
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Hinchey
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AI Summary
- Authorizes the Commissioner of Health to make grants for preventing tick-borne disease transmission on public lands frequented by humans, including state parks and trails
- Requires consultation with the Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation when awarding grants
- Grant applicants must demonstrate effectiveness in reducing tick-borne diseases, human and animal safety, minimal environmental invasiveness, and cost effectiveness
- Commissioner must submit annual performance reports on funded programs to the Governor and legislative leaders, with reports also published on the department's website
- Expands the powers of the existing Tick-Borne Disease Institute established under Public Health Law Section 2797
Legislative Description
Authorizes the commissioner of health to make grants for purposes of preventing transmission of tick-borne diseases on public lands frequented by humans; requires the commissioner to submit an annual report on the performance of programs funded by such grants.
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH
2/24/2026
Committee Referrals
Health2/24/2026
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