Bill > A06458

This bill creates a Certified Recovery Residences Task Force to develop comprehensive guidelines for recovery living spaces designed to support individuals recovering from chemical dependency. The task force, consisting of 13 members including government officials and appointees from the senate, assembly, and governor's office, will conduct an in-depth study to document the number of recovery residences in New York, develop best practices, and address various aspects of recovery housing. Their recommendations will cover critical areas such as living space standards, tenant rights, legal protections, relapse management, medication-assisted treatment access, health and safety concerns, neighborhood impacts, and specific considerations for vulnerable populations like women and women with children. The task force is required to produce a detailed report within one year of the bill's effective date, which will be shared with state legislative leadership and made publicly available. Members will receive no compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses, and they are protected from civil liability as long as they act in good faith. The bill aims to establish a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to improving recovery residence environments and supporting individuals in their journey to overcome chemical dependency.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6458