Bill > S00466

This bill amends the Public Health Law to impose new requirements on the use of antipsychotic medications in nursing homes. It requires nursing homes and healthcare professionals to obtain informed consent from the resident or their lawful representative before administering antipsychotic medications, with some exceptions. The bill also requires specific disclosures to be made as part of the informed consent process and documentation in the resident's medical record. Additionally, the bill allows for the use of antipsychotic medications without consent in emergency situations to protect the life, health, or safety of the resident or others. The bill authorizes the Commissioner to make regulations to implement these new provisions, which will take effect one year after becoming law.