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NY S03995

NY S03995
Requires parity in the mental and physical health treatment of the residents of New York state; provides that both mental and physical health "will be matters of public concern and provision therefor shall be made by the state and by such of its subdivisions".

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Introduced
02/01/2021
In Committee
03/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Requires parity in the mental and physical health treatment of the residents of New York state; provides that both mental and physical health "will be matters of public concern and provision therefor shall be made by the state and by such of its subdivisions".

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend the New York State Constitution to require parity in the mental and physical health treatment of the state's residents. It would make both mental and physical health "matters of public concern" and require the state and its subdivisions to provide for their protection and promotion. The bill also specifies that the care and treatment of persons with mental disorders or defects shall be provided by state and local authorities, as the legislature determines. The proposed amendments must be referred to the next regular legislative session and published for three months before the next general election of the state assembly.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (on 03/01/2022)
(1 Companion Bills)

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