Public education and outreach on traumatic brain injuries and concussions

Summary

This bill would require the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to develop and implement a public education campaign about traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The campaign must explain symptoms, risks, and which groups face higher risk, such as athletes, youth in sports, military personnel, emergency responders, law enforcement, and certain workers, as well as provide information on accessing concussion testing in the city. DOHMH must share state guidance for schools, offer tips for parents of youth athletes, and provide resources for private sports leagues. The department must make materials available online and in citywide languages, target high-risk groups, update materials at least every three years, and use multiple forms of outreach. The bill also requires DOHMH to create and offer a concussion and TBI training program for all city agencies. DOHMH must publish an annual report on TBIs and concussions among employees in higher-risk city occupations, along with recommendations to reduce these injuries.

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The session ended before it was voted on. It was not defeated; it simply ran out of time, which is what happens to most legislation. It would have to be reintroduced.

Committee on Health

Full history

1. Dec 31, 2025

   Filed

   This Introduction was Filed (End of Session)

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2. Dec 4, 2025

   Introduced

   This Introduction was Introduced by Council

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3. Dec 4, 2025

   Referred to committee

   This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Health

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