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NY A00416

NY A00416
Relates to the removal of cases, contacts and carriers of communicable diseases that are potentially dangerous to the public health.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/06/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to the removal of cases, contacts and carriers of communicable diseases who are potentially dangerous to the public health

AI Summary

This bill amends the public health law to allow the governor or their designee, including the health commissioner, to order the removal and detention of individuals who are or may be contagious with a disease that poses an imminent and significant threat to public health. The bill outlines the procedures for such detention, including requirements for due process, access to counsel, and regular medical assessment. The bill also authorizes the governor or designee to issue other orders to prevent the spread of contagious diseases, such as exclusion, isolation, or quarantine orders. The provisions of this bill are only applicable during a declared state of health emergency due to an epidemic of a communicable disease.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

enacting clause stricken (on 12/22/2021)

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