Bill > S02669

This bill modifies the existing public health law by removing the director of the Office for the Aging from jointly deciding resources and information about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and instead gives sole decision-making authority to the commissioner of health. Specifically, the bill changes a paragraph in section 207 of the public health law, eliminating the phrase "and director of the office for the aging deem" and replacing it with just "deems" when referring to appropriate resources and information about Alzheimer's disease. The change means that the commissioner of health will have exclusive discretion in determining and providing resources, information, and support services related to dementia, including identification of dementia in healthcare facilities, community support services, caregiver support groups, respite care, and care management. The bill will take effect on the same date as another related bill establishing an Alzheimer's disease outreach and education program.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2669