S5273 (2025-26 session)

NY State bill

Directs the office of mental health to establish programs for the training and development of persons capable of providing coaching and support to individuals under treatment plans developed by licensed mental health practitioners, including but not limited to a process of issuing, either directly or through contract, credentials for qualified mental health associates.

Title
Provides for qualified mental health associates
Type
New York State Senate bill
Session
2025-26 session
Status
In Senate Committee
Latest action date
2026-01-07
In committee
Mental Health
Introduced
2025-02-20
Law section
Mental Hygiene Law

Sponsors

Heard in committee

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