Healthcare (Mental Health)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9289: Relates to reports of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals

Exempts police and peace officers receiving treatment from mandatory reporting of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals, unless the mental health professional determines, based on reasonable professional judgment, that the condition impairs such person's ability to perform their job duties.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts police officers from mandatory reporting by mental health professionals, protecting patient privacy (a patient right) in mental health treatment, thus supporting mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 9285: Enacts the mental health integration for networked data (MIND) act

Establishes a centralized mental health data reporting and integration platform to be utilized by all state-operated and county-administered mental health programs, as well as all providers licensed or funded by the office of mental health for the provision of mental health services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes centralized mental health data platform to integrate services across state programs, improving coordination and access - directly supports mental health services as defined in topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 9379: Establishes a master of social work paid field practicum pilot program

Establishes a master of social work paid field practicum pilot program to provide a stipend to students who are enrolled in a master of social work program for the first 450 hours of field practicum completed towards such masters' degree; requires the office of mental health to complete a report making recommendations on how to expand the pilot program to increase the number of social workers in the state, improve representation in the field of social work, mitigate student debt and improve labor conditions for social workers upon graduation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides stipends to MSW students for field work, reducing debt and expanding workforce in higher education, directly supporting graduate student access and professional development.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds MSW field work stipends to expand mental health workforce, directly aligning with healthcare support indicators for mental health services and workforce development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9327: Relates to certain crisis responders using a green light

This bill allows trained crisis responders assisting veterans and first responders during mental health emergencies (such as suicidal ideation or substance-related crises) to display a green flashing light on their vehicles. It specifically authorizes veterans, first responders, or certified peer specialists affiliated with approved crisis programs to use this light while responding to emergencies involving veterans or first responders. The green light is intended solely to increase visibility and request driver courtesy - **not** to grant special right-of-way privileges - and must comply with existing emergency vehicle lighting rules. The law applies to vehicles used by crisis responders during active mental health or suicide-prevention emergencies involving the targeted groups.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables visible crisis response for mental health emergencies, improving access to timely care for veterans and first responders during crises like suicidal ideation.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes green light for crisis responders aiding veterans during mental health emergencies, enhancing visibility and access to care for veterans in crisis situations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 10, 2026

A 3941: Establishes a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children

Directs the commissioner of mental health to establish a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children, including but not limited to the addictive qualities of social media, the stunting impact of social media usage on the development of social skills, increased feelings of isolation, anxiety and depression among adolescent users and the attendant amplification of peer on peer bullying, and increased rates of adolescent suicide and suicide attempts, as well as about how to recognize suicide risk factors and seek suicide prevention assistance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs mental health commissioner to address social media's mental health impacts (anxiety, depression, suicide), supporting preventive awareness efforts within healthcare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2483: Relates to requiring the inclusion of suicide prevention resources be provided with a warrant of eviction

Requires the inclusion of suicide prevention resources to be provided with a warrant of eviction, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the applicable Suicide Crisis telephone number as provided by the Office of Mental Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires suicide prevention resources (mental health crisis support) with eviction warrants, improving access to mental health services during vulnerable moments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3971: Relates to requiring the inclusion of suicide prevention resources be provided with a warrant of eviction

Requires the inclusion of suicide prevention resources to be provided with a warrant of eviction, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the applicable Suicide Crisis telephone number as provided by the Office of Mental Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates suicide prevention resources (lifeline/crisis numbers) with eviction warrants, directly supporting mental health crisis access as part of public health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4617: Establishes a statewide emergency and crisis response council

Creates statewide emergency and crisis response council to work in conjunction with the commissioners of mental health and addiction services to jointly approve emergency and crisis services plans submitted by local governments, and provide supports regarding the operation and financing of high-quality emergency and crisis services provided to persons experiencing a mental health, alcohol use, or substance use crisis.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes council to jointly approve mental health crisis services plans and provide operational/financing support, directly strengthening mental health crisis response systems.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5570: Establishes a social worker pilot program

Authorizes the commissioner of mental health to establish up to three, three-year pilot programs in community behavioral health organizations for the purposes of creating social worker pilot programs to support the ongoing retention and recruitment of licensed clinical social workers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates mental health pilot programs to recruit/retain clinical social workers, directly strengthening workforce capacity for behavioral health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4212: Establishes a state crisis intervention demonstration program and a crisis intervention team training fund

This bill establishes a 5-year demonstration program in New York to train law enforcement officers in responding to mental health and substance use crises. It creates a dedicated "crisis intervention team training fund" (using federal/private grants) to support 40-hour mental health training for police officers and coordinate partnerships between law enforcement, mental health providers, and community advocates. The program requires a state coordinator to work with police departments, develop community partnerships, and provide alternatives to incarceration for individuals in crisis. An advisory committee with diverse stakeholders (including mental health consumers, families, and law enforcement) will review annual reports and make recommendations to state agencies. The program directly affects municipal police departments, mental health service providers, and individuals experiencing mental health or substance use crises.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeTrains law enforcement in mental health crisis response, reducing unnecessary arrests and enhancing police accountability - direct criminal justice reform aligning with key support indicators.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds mental health crisis training for law enforcement via dedicated fund, coordinating with providers to improve response to mental health emergencies and substance use crises.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Mental Health

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