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NY S07021
NY S07021Relates to paratransit services; directs that an applicant for recertification submit correspondence from a licensed physician in lieu of an in-person assessment.
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Introduced
05/16/2023
05/16/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
06/08/2023
06/08/2023
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public authorities law, in relation to paratransit services
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public Authorities Law to allow individuals recertifying for paratransit service (a transportation service for people with disabilities) to submit a letter from a licensed physician instead of undergoing an in-person assessment, indicating that the paratransit service is necessary. The bill also directs the authority to establish rules and regulations regarding the form and content of the physician's letter. This change is intended to provide a more convenient recertification process for paratransit users.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (6)
Timothy Kennedy (D)*,
Cordell Cleare (D),
Andrew Gounardes (D),
Liz Krueger (D),
Zellnor Myrie (D),
Jessica Ramos (D),
Last Action
RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN (on 05/06/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Disability Discrimination and Rights
Transportation
- ‐ Mass Transportation and Safety
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S7021 | 05/16/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S07021&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S07021 | 05/16/2023 |
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