Healthcare (Mental Health)

passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

J 2069: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 10-16, 2026, as Prevention Week in the State of New York

This bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 10-16, 2026, as Prevention Week in New York State. The resolution aims to raise awareness about substance use, mental health, and the dangers of opioids like fentanyl. It encourages schools and communities to participate in related events and recognizes the work of prevention organizations. The measure is a ceremonial proclamation and does not create new laws or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health and substance use prevention awareness, aligning with supporting public health initiatives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 10540: Establishes a women veteran's peer to peer program

This bill creates a new peer-to-peer support program specifically designed for women veterans. It directs state agencies, such as mental health and labor departments, to work together to develop and run this service. Additionally, the bill updates the duties of the veterans' services office to include establishing this program and advocating for policies that address the unique experiences of female veterans. The changes will take effect on the first day of April following the bill's passage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a peer-to-peer support program for women veterans, explicitly enhancing mental health services and patient access.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a new peer-to-peer support program for women veterans and expands duties to advocate for their unique experiences.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Military Families Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

K 1344: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Trauma-Informed Care Month in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 2026 as Trauma-Informed Care Month in New York State. The resolution highlights how traumatic experiences and adverse childhood events can impact physical and mental health, and it promotes the use of trauma-informed care as a way to better support individuals and communities. By recognizing this month, the state aims to increase awareness about the effects of trauma and encourage agencies to continue integrating trauma-informed approaches into their programs. The bill is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to promote public understanding of trauma-informed care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes trauma-informed care to improve mental health support and patient care quality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10389: Requires mental health evaluations for participants in substance use disorder treatment programs

Requires the commissioner of the office of addiction services and supports to require mental health evaluations for participants in substance use disorder treatment programs and to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate such requirement.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates mental health evaluations for substance use disorder treatment, directly strengthening mental health services and patient care protocols.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · New York · Assembly May 21, 2026

K 1430: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 24, 2026, as Schizophrenia Awareness Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially declare May 24, 2026, as Schizophrenia Awareness Day. The resolution aims to highlight the challenges faced by the over 217,000 New Yorkers living with schizophrenia and to reduce the stigma surrounding the condition. By aligning with World Schizophrenia Day, the measure seeks to encourage public education and support for mental health resources. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement to raise community awareness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness and reduces stigma, aligning with support for mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11215: Relates to joint certification of certified community behavioral health clinics

Provides for administrative review when applying for an additional certification by applicants to become certified community behavioral health clinics if such applicant is already certified by either the department of mental health or the office of addiction services and supports and is in good standing for five or more years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines certification for behavioral health clinics, improving access to mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 10190: Establishes a certified community behavioral health clinic public awareness campaign

Establishes a certified community behavioral health clinic public awareness campaign to educate the public regarding certified community behavioral health clinics.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a public awareness campaign to educate the public about certified community behavioral health clinics, improving access to mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 10201: Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers

Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers seeking or receiving services; includes the provision of language services and documents in English and the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by individuals in New York State based on United States census data.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates language services and documents in English and common non-English languages, improving patient access and protecting rights for non-English speakers in mental health and developmental disability services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10784: Establishes a workgroup to conduct analysis on the ambulatory patient group rates and commercial insurance rates for behavioral health services

This bill creates a workgroup to study how behavioral health services are currently paid for under Medicaid and commercial insurance plans. The group will include representatives from providers, patients, families, and government officials to analyze current rates and actual costs of care. Its main task is to develop a report with recommendations on whether current payment levels are adequate and if new payment models are needed, with findings due by October 2027. The workgroup members will serve without pay but can be reimbursed for their expenses. Once completed, the report will be sent to state leaders to inform future policy decisions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a workgroup to analyze behavioral health payment adequacy, aiming to improve funding and access for mental health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 11306: Establishes a private right of action against mental health professionals who engaged in sexual orientation change efforts and revives such actions otherwise barred by the existing statute of limitations

Establishes a private right of action against mental health professionals who engaged in sexual orientation change efforts, revives such actions otherwise barred by the existing statute of limitations and grants trial preference to such actions.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts access to specific mental health services by enabling lawsuits against providers for sexual orientation change efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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