Healthcare (Mental Health)

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11023: 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 for non-English speakers, improving patient access to mental health and developmental disability services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9858: Amends the definition of mental health care provider for purposes of sex offenses

Amends the definition of mental health care provider for purposes of sex offenses to include persons who are, or are required to be, licensed or registered or holds themselves out to be licensed or registered, or provides services as if they were licensed or registered as a physician, psychologist, professional nurse, clinical social worker, master social worker under the supervision of a physician, psychologist or licensed clinical social worker, licensed mental health counselor or a licensed marriage and family therapist.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands the definition of mental health care providers to include unlicensed individuals posing as professionals, thereby strengthening protections for patients and clarifying accountability in mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 22, 2026

A 10781: Replaces the word addict or addicts and the word addiction with the words persons with substance use disorder or a variation thereof

Replaces certain appearances of the words addict, addicts and addiction with the words person with a substance use disorder, person with a mental health disorder, person with co-occurring disorder, person in recovery, or a variation thereof.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by replacing stigmatizing language with person-first terms, aligning with rehabilitation and civil rights principles.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes person-first language in healthcare, reducing stigma and improving patient dignity and care quality.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 9927: Requires the superintendent of financial services to audit certain reports to ensure such insurers are in full compliance with federal and state mental health and substance use disorder parity requirements

Requires the superintendent of financial services to audit certain reports to ensure such insurers are in full compliance with federal and state mental health and substance use disorder parity requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates audits to ensure compliance with mental health and substance use disorder parity requirements, thereby protecting patient rights and access to essential services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 9920: Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers

Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers and to submit a report of the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates a study on the mental health of corrections officers, aligning with efforts to improve conditions and support within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs a study on PTSD prevalence among corrections officers, aiming to inform mental health policy and improve access to care for this vulnerable group.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10791: Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons

Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons for the purpose of increasing the number of mental health professionals rendering mental health services in correctional institutions; provides for eligibility and priority; provides for awards in the amount of $2,000; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds mental health services in correctional institutions, enhancing rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a loan forgiveness program to recruit mental health professionals for jails and prisons, directly expanding access to mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 9916: Relates to employee mental health services

Establishes an employee mental health services program for all employees who work for the department of corrections and community supervision and all employees of the office of mental health who deliver services to incarcerated individuals overseen by the department of corrections and community supervision.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes mental health services for corrections employees, enhancing staff well-being and potentially improving care for incarcerated individuals.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a mental health services program for specific employees, directly expanding access to healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a mental health services program for specific employees, expanding workplace benefits and protecting worker well-being.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10858: Relates to social admission of certain minors presenting to hospitals for mental or behavioral health concerns who are medically cleared for discharge, when such minor is abandoned at the hospital

Establishes procedures for the social admission of certain minors presenting to emergency departments for mental or behavioral health evaluation when a parent, legal guardian, or local social services district refuses to retrieve the minor upon discharge.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes procedures to ensure minors receive necessary mental health care by addressing abandonment scenarios, thereby protecting patient access and rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health

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passed · New York · Assembly May 29, 2026

A 10619: 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 for community behavioral health clinics, improving public access to mental health services and strengthening healthcare infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Primary Care

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 23, 2026

S 9388: Requires public notice and public engagement when a general hospital seeks to close entirely or a unit that provides maternity, mental health or substance use care

Requires public notice and public engagement when a general hospital seeks to close entirely or a unit that provides maternity, mental health or substance use care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient access to critical healthcare services including maternity, mental health, and substance use care by requiring public notice before hospital closures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health

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