Bill > A04844

This bill establishes a health care worker peer support program within the New York mental hygiene law, designed to provide mental health support and training for health care workers. The program will operate through a grant system where eligible entities can receive up to $250,000 to create peer-to-peer mental health programs focused on addressing issues like post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide prevention. The commissioner of mental health will set standards for the program, including training requirements for volunteer health care workers, and importantly, grant recipients are not required to maintain or report personal identifying information about the workers seeking support. The bill appropriates $10 million from the state treasury to fund the program, and it will take effect immediately upon passage. The goal appears to be providing confidential mental health resources and support for health care workers who may be experiencing stress, trauma, or mental health challenges related to their professional work.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4844