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Introduced
05/10/2018
05/10/2018
In Committee
05/10/2018
05/10/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the mental hygiene law, the state finance law and the general municipal law, in relation to establishing a crisis intervention team program; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill establishes a crisis intervention demonstration program in cities with populations of one million or more. The program aims to assist law enforcement officers in responding to crisis situations involving individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems. The bill creates a Crisis Intervention Team Training Program Coordinator within the Office of Mental Health to coordinate training and community partnerships. It also establishes a Crisis Intervention Team Training Program Advisory Committee to provide recommendations on the program. Additionally, the bill creates a Crisis Intervention Team Training Fund to provide financial support for training and community coordination costs. The program's goals include reducing arrests, providing better access to treatment, and decreasing injuries to officers during crisis events.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (on 05/10/2018)
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