Assembly bill · A9289 (2025-26)
Relates to reports of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Paula Kay (Assembly Member, District 100, Democratic)
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Summary
Exempts police and peace officers receiving treatment from mandatory reporting of substantial risk or threat of harm by mental health professionals, unless the mental health professional determines, based on reasonable professional judgment, that the condition impairs such person's ability to perform their job duties.
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Amends the Mental Hygiene Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Mental Health · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Mental Health · New York State Senate.
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
NY Assembly
- Dec 10, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
NY Assembly
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