Assembly bill · A988 (2025-26)
Requires the office of mental health to convene forums and listening sessions in areas with high rates of death by suicide, suicide attempts…
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Maritza Davila (Assembly Member, District 53, Democratic)
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Requires the office of mental health to convene forums and listening sessions in areas with high rates of death by suicide, suicide attempts, or other risk factors associated with suicide
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Summary
Requires the office of mental health to convene statewide forums and listening sessions in areas with high rates of death by suicide, suicide attempts, or other risk factors associated with suicide, and high risk minority groups or special populations.
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Amends the Mental Hygiene Law.
Where it stands
Out of committee and scheduled for a vote by the full chamber.
- 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, Ways and Means · New York State Assembly.
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
NY Assembly
- Mar 11, 2025
Reported out of committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
NY Assembly
- Jan 8, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
NY Assembly
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