A1577 (2023-24 session)
NY State bill
Directs the independent developmental disability ombudsman program to establish a service delivery structure based in New York state that includes a toll-free telephone hotline, an interactive website, and availability of in-person, telephone and email access to ombudsman program staff or volunteers; to provide assistance for navigating and completing processes; to assist individuals in filing and preparing appeals; to assist individuals with any problems encountered; and to educate individuals on their rights and responsibilities with respect to access to services provided by the office for people with developmental disabilities and care coordination provided by health homes serving individuals with developmental disabilities or services provided by other providers.
- Title
- Relates to the duties of the independent developmental disability ombudsman program
- Type
- New York State Assembly bill
- Session
- 2023-24 session
- Status
- Assembly Floor Calendar
- Latest action date
- 2024-05-20
- Introduced
- 2023-01-17
- Active version
- A1577A
- Same as
- S3108
- Substituted by
- S3108
- Law section
- Mental Hygiene Law
Sponsors
Co-sponsors
Heard in committee
- Codes NY State Assembly committee
- People with Disabilities NY State Assembly committee
- Rules NY State Assembly committee
- Ways and Means NY State Assembly committee
Same as
- S3108 (2023-24 session) NY State bill
Substituted by
- S3108 (2023-24 session) NY State bill