Bill > S04918

This bill creates ten interagency placement committees across different regions of New York State to help youth with co-existing mental disabilities receive appropriate treatment and support. Each committee will consist of nine members (three appointed by each of three commissioners: mental health, developmental disabilities, and children and family services) who are knowledgeable about services in their region. The committees' primary purpose is to ensure that youth with multiple mental health challenges receive comprehensive "wraparound services" by establishing a referral process through which families, schools, probation centers, and other entities can seek recommendations for treatment and rehabilitation. The committees must review referrals within two weeks, prioritize alternatives to in-patient settings, and make recommendations based on a majority vote. Additionally, each committee is required to submit an annual report to the governor and legislature identifying gaps in treatment options for youth with co-existing mental disabilities and propose plans to improve service availability. The bill will take effect 180 days after becoming law, allowing time for committees to be established and prepare their initial processes.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4918