Healthcare (Mental Health)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6183: Relates to studying the adequacy of applied behavioral analysis provider networks

Directs the commissioner of health to make publicly available on the department of health website a report concerning access to applied behavior analysis for enrolled children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirects report on ABA access for autism children, aiming to assess and improve healthcare access for mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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signed · New York · Assembly Jun 26, 2025

A 8479: Extends provisions of law relating to applied behavioral analysis

This bill extends a 2013 law allowing behavior analysts employed in state-regulated programs (such as those under the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, Office of Children and Family Services, or Office of Mental Health) to perform their duties without violating licensing restrictions. It specifically clarifies that this extension does not authorize the use of certain titles defined under education law. The provision is temporary and will expire on July 1, 2030, after which the previous restrictions will resume. The bill affects licensed behavior analysts working in these state-funded or regulated programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends ABA provider authorization in mental health programs (OMH), enabling continued service access without licensing barriers, supporting mental health care delivery.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3979: Establishes peer crisis diversion residences

Establishes peer crisis diversion homes; requires the commissioner to establish or contract for no less than six peer crisis diversion homes within one year.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes peer crisis diversion residences to divert individuals from criminal justice system involvement, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through community-based alternatives.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes peer crisis diversion residences to improve mental health crisis response, expanding community-based care access per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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vetoed · New York · Assembly Dec 19, 2025

A 3319: Relates to including outpatient care provided by creative arts therapists in certain insurance policies

Relates to including outpatient care provided by creative arts therapists in certain insurance policies covering care for other mental health services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health insurance coverage by mandating inclusion of creative arts therapists' outpatient services, directly supporting patient access to expanded care options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 6896: Enacts the PTSD awareness and rehabilitation act

Enacts the PTSD awareness and rehabilitation act to require PTSD screening, provide trauma-informed education, and implement evidence-based rehabilitation programs to ensure incarcerated individuals receive proper support for mental health challenges.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires PTSD screening and rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals, advancing mental health support in corrections to reduce recidivism.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires PTSD screening and rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals, expanding mental health services within healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2518: Provides an authorized police officer or peace officer the ability to request ambulance service

Provides an authorized police officer or peace officer the ability to request ambulance service for certain individuals who need emergency admission for immediate observation, care and treatment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables police to request ambulance for medical emergencies, improving access to emergency health services. Directly supports healthcare access without restrictions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 8434: Establishes the rural suicide prevention council

Establishes the rural suicide prevention council to identify barriers to mental health and substance use treatment and prevention services and other policies, practices, resources, services, and potential legislation that aim to reduce death by suicide and suicide attempts and acknowledge the demographic and cultural differences in rural communities; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates council to address rural mental health barriers and improve suicide prevention services, directly supporting mental health access and public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1589: Provides for mental health screening and creating a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder is proximately caused by employment for law enforcement officers and emergency medical personnel

Provides for mental health screening; creates a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder is proximately caused by employment for law enforcement officers and emergency medical services personnel.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates presumption for PTSD treatment in mental health services for first responders, advancing mental health care access95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7377: Relates to the establishment of mental health clubhouses

S 7377 establishes a framework for creating and operating mental health clubhouses across New York State. These clubhouses provide free, community-based support for people with serious mental illness, offering services like job training, housing assistance, and social activities through a non-clinical therapeutic environment. The bill requires clubhouses to be accredited, near public transportation (with virtual options for rural areas), and submit biennial reports on membership, employment, housing, and crisis support to the Office of Mental Health. The Office of Mental Health must develop a statewide implementation plan within one year to guide accreditation and compliance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates mental health clubhouses offering free community support, job training, and housing assistance for serious mental illness, directly advancing mental health services as defined in the topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 7, 2026

A 3906: Extends confidentiality privileges to certain communications to or from a licensed mental health counselor

Extends confidentiality privileges to certain communications to or from a licensed mental health counselor in the course of such licensed mental health counselor's professional employment, and to certain employees of such licensed mental health counselor; provides exceptions thereto.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends confidentiality for mental health counseling communications, protecting patient rights and encouraging access to mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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