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NY S07776

Directs the commissioner of the office of mental health to promulgate rules and regulations prohibiting any suicide prevention or mental health services hotline operated or sponsored by the state from being automated.


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Introduced
11/29/2023
In Committee
05/30/2024
Crossed Over
05/30/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the mental hygiene law, in relation to prohibiting certain suicide prevention and mental health services hotlines from being automated

AI Summary

This bill requires the commissioner of the Office of Mental Health to promulgate rules and regulations prohibiting any suicide prevention or mental health services hotline operated or sponsored by the state from being automated. The bill aims to ensure that these essential services are provided through direct human interaction, rather than relying on automated systems, to better support individuals in crisis.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

referred to mental health (on 05/30/2024)

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