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NY A10093
NY A10093Establishes a twenty-four hour, toll-free hotline and website for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, suicidal ideation, or crisis-related challenges, which shall provide immediate support, referrals, resource lists, and other information.
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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the mental hygiene law, in relation to establishing a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning plus crisis hotline
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new section in the mental hygiene law to create a 24-hour, toll-free hotline and website specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or other crisis-related challenges. This service will offer immediate support, referrals to resources like mental health clinics, shelters, and LGBTQ+ community centers, and other vital information. The hotline will prioritize confidentiality and anonymity, be accessible to individuals with disabilities and offer multilingual and culturally competent support, including text messaging and web chat options. The department will collaborate with various organizations to maintain an accurate referral network and will publish an annual report on the hotline's usage and effectiveness.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
referred to mental health (on 01/30/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A10093 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A10093&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A10093 |
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