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S 7504 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Includes policies and procedures for responding to students having mental health crises in school safety plans

Summary
Includes policies and procedures for responding to students having mental health crises in a manner that does not include contacting law enforcement unless implied or direct threats of violence or other criminal activity is involved in school safety plans.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill reduces law enforcement involvement in non-violent mental health crises, aligning with criminal justice reform by minimizing unnecessary criminalization and promoting alternative responses.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes school protocols for mental health crises without law enforcement, enhancing student safety and support within educational environment90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates school safety plans to address mental health crises via healthcare services, avoiding law enforcement - directly supports mental health access in schools.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 21, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
Apr 21, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
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Cordell Cleare
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NY
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