Healthcare (Mental Health)

in committee · New York · Senate May 6, 2026

S 10218: Relates to the hospitalization, care coordination, and assisted outpatient treatment for persons with mental illness by qualified clinical examiners or qualified mental health professionals

Relates to the hospitalization, care coordination, and assisted outpatient treatment for persons with mental illness by qualified clinical examiners or qualified mental health professionals; defines qualified clinical examiner and qualified mental health professional.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to mental health services by defining qualified professionals for hospitalization and assisted outpatient treatment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10476: Relates to certain crisis responders using a green light

This bill allows trained crisis responders helping veterans and first responders during mental health emergencies to display a green flashing light on their vehicles. The law defines these responders as individuals affiliated with recognized programs who have completed specific state-approved crisis intervention training. While the green light is intended to increase visibility and encourage other drivers to yield, it does not grant any special right-of-way privileges. The measure applies only when responding to active emergencies involving suicide prevention or mental health crises for the specified groups.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enhances mental health emergency response visibility, supporting crisis intervention and patient safety.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by allowing crisis responders to use green flashing lights to increase visibility and encourage yielding.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enhances safety and visibility for crisis responders assisting veterans during mental health emergencies, indirectly supporting veteran care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11231: Ensures that the offices of mental health and people with developmental disabilities provide materials to individuals in different languages

Ensures that the office of mental health and the office for people with developmental disabilities provide materials to individuals in English and the top six languages spoken in the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates providing mental health materials in multiple languages, improving patient access and inclusivity in healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9722: Relates to establishing a crisis intervention team program

This bill creates a demonstration program to train law enforcement officers in cities with over one million residents on how to handle crisis situations involving mental illness and substance abuse. It establishes a new coordinator role to manage partnerships between police, mental health providers, and community groups while securing funding through federal grants and a dedicated state fund. A new advisory committee will be formed to include representatives from law enforcement, mental health consumers, families, and advocacy groups to oversee the program and provide annual recommendations. The legislation also sets up a specific grant program to help cover training and coordination costs for participating agencies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes crisis intervention teams to improve police handling of mental health crises, enhancing accountability and reducing unnecessary criminalization.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a crisis intervention team program to improve mental health care access and training for law enforcement, directly supporting mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

K 1252: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2026, as Postpartum Depression Awareness Week in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 4 through May 10, 2026, as Postpartum Depression Awareness Week. The resolution aims to highlight postpartum depression, a mental health condition affecting many new mothers, and encourages the public to learn more about it during that time. By passing this measure, the state legislature intends to reduce stigma and promote support for families dealing with the condition. The bill does not change laws or allocate funding; it serves only as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness.

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

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 10192: Requires mental health services for incarcerated individuals with mental health issues related to the trauma of incarceration

Requires mental health services for incarcerated individuals with mental health issues related to the trauma of incarceration upon reentry and reintegration into society upon release.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates mental health services for incarcerated individuals, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism, which aligns with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates mental health services for incarcerated individuals, directly expanding access to care and strengthening mental health support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9869: Establishes a task force to study aging in place in mental health housing

This bill creates a temporary task force within the Office of Mental Health to study how to help residents of community-based mental health housing programs age in place. The nine-member group will investigate barriers to care, propose policy changes to improve access to medical services, ensure housing compliance with disability laws, and develop training for staff. The task force must submit its findings and recommendations to the governor and legislature within twelve months, after which the bill and the group will automatically expire.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a task force to improve access to medical services and housing compliance for mental health residents, directly supporting healthcare access.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a task force to study aging in place in mental health housing, aiming to improve access, ensure compliance, and develop staff training, thereby strengthening housing protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

K 1279: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2026, as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare the week of May 4-10, 2026, as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week in New York. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about various forms of mental health challenges that new mothers may face, such as "baby blues," postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis. By aligning the proclamation with World Maternal Mental Health Day, the bill seeks to encourage local and state-level efforts to support new parents. Once adopted, a copy of the resolution will be sent to the governor to formalize the designation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes maternal mental health awareness, aligning with support for mental health services and public health initiatives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10383: Requires arrested individuals to be given a mental health evaluation form

Requires the office of mental health to create a mental health evaluation form to determine whether arrested individuals have the proper mental capacity to make decisions regarding their arrest; requires arrested individuals to be given such mental health evaluation form; directs that if an individual fails such mental health evaluation, a representative will be appointed for such individual regarding arrest proceedings.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates mental health evaluations for arrestees, protecting civil rights and enhancing accountability by ensuring proper capacity assessment before legal proceedings.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates mental health evaluations for arrested individuals, directly supporting mental health services and protecting patient rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11204: Relates to health and social services practitioners included under the health care proxy law, the family health care decisions act, and nonhospital orders not to resuscitate

Adds licensed mental health counselors and licensed marriage and family therapists to the health and social services practitioners included under the health care proxy law, the family health care decisions act, and nonhospital orders not to resuscitate.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands legal authority for mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists, enhancing patient access to mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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