An act to amend the mental hygiene law, in relation to establishing residential treatment facilities
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Summary
Relates to establishing residential treatment facilities as an alternative to incarceration designated by the commissioner for the care and treatment of persons with serious mental illness who are accused of at least one felony level crime.
Key Provisions
Authorizes the Office of Mental Health to develop a license for the operation of semi-secure residential Alternative to Incarceration facilities for people living with serious mental illness who are accused of a felony, diverting them from the criminal justice system to Medicaid-reimbursable treatment programs.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People affected by this condition.
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Alex's Law
Student Self-Carry and Administration
Allows students to carry and self-administer life-saving medication on school premises, school buses, and during school activities with proper medical and parental authorization.
School Stocking Law
School Epinephrine and Albuterol Stocking
Permits schools to stock and administer emergency epinephrine and albuterol, requiring training for designated personnel and established emergency protocols.
Relating to the administration of medication for respiratory distress to a person at a school campus or school-sponsored activity
Authorizes school nurses and trained employees to administer medication for respiratory distress to any person on school property or at school activities.
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