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New York Assembly Bill A07560

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A07560

Introduced
4/1/25  
Refer
4/1/25  
Report Pass
5/6/25  
Refer
5/6/25  
Report Pass
5/29/25  
Refer
5/29/25  
Report Pass
6/4/25  
Engrossed
6/4/25  
Refer
6/4/25  

Caption

Requires the developmental disabilities advisory council to submit an annual report to the governor, temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly on the activities of the council, and to make such report public.

Impact

This bill will have a significant impact on the transparency and accountability of the developmental disabilities advisory council's operations. By requiring an annual report, the bill allows for regular evaluation of the council's actions and effectiveness, which can help inform state policy and the allocation of resources for services aimed at individuals with developmental disabilities. The inclusion of recommendations related to statewide priorities and goals will also ensure that the council's activities align with broader state objectives.

Summary

Bill A07560 aims to amend the mental hygiene law by mandating the developmental disabilities advisory council to produce an annual report detailing its activities. This report is required to be submitted to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, and the speaker of the assembly, and it must be made available to the public through the department's website. The report is intended to foster public understanding and acceptance of individuals with developmental disabilities, thereby promoting a more inclusive society.

Contention

The bill does suggest potential points of contention, primarily concerning the practical implications of its reporting requirements. Critics may argue about the administrative burden this places on the council and whether the resources allocated for reporting could be better spent on direct services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, the focus on 'public understanding and acceptance' could lead to debates about the strategies employed to enhance awareness and whether they adequately address the needs of the community.

Companion Bills

NY S07793

Same As Requires the developmental disabilities advisory council to submit an annual report to the governor, temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly on the activities of the council, and to make such report public.

Previously Filed As

NY A05537

Requires the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly to provide each member of their respective chamber with any reports issued to them.

NY A02272

Relates to establishing the "health care information management act"; requires an annual report by the commissioner to the governor, the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly.

NY S06546

Relates to establishing the "health care information management act"; requires an annual report by the commissioner to the governor, the temporary president of the senate and the speaker of the assembly.

NY S09652

Requires a report by December 1, 2026 to the governor, temporary president of the senate and speaker of the assembly on comprehensive psychiatric emergency programs in the state.

NY A06357

Requires animal shelters to annually report on intake and disposition of animals and the number of animals turned away by such shelters; requires shelters to submit such reports to the department of agriculture and markets; requires such department to post the reports on their website.

NY S00898

Directs the department of labor to study the impact of long COVID on employees and on the labor market; directs the department of labor to issue a report of its findings and recommendations to the governor, the speaker of the assembly and the temporary president of the senate and to publish such report on its website within one year.

NY A06791

Amends a chapter establishing a construction industry advisory council on public contracting reform, in relation to requiring a report to be submitted 365 days after the first meeting of the council and to the effectiveness thereof.

NY S06787

Amends a chapter establishing a construction industry advisory council on public contracting reform, in relation to requiring a report to be submitted 365 days after the first meeting of the council and to the effectiveness thereof.

NY S02897

Requires the office for people with developmental disabilities to submit an updated waitlist and placement report to the senate and assembly.

NY A09779

Requires the office for people with developmental disabilities to submit an updated waitlist and placement report to the senate and assembly.

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