New York A04637 amends the mental hygiene law to safeguard cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in facilities.

New York A04637 amends the mental hygiene law by requiring the commissioner to develop a uniform statewide policy for conducting audits of personal allowance and cash accounts for residents in article sixteen facilities. The policy must include guidelines on audit frequency, staff training, the use of gift cards, and documentation requirements. The bill takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with immediate effect for certain amendments and repeals of conflicting rules.

New York A04637 amends the mental hygiene law to safeguard cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in facilities.

New York A04637 amends the mental hygiene law by requiring the commissioner to develop a uniform statewide policy for conducting audits of personal allowance and cash accounts for residents in article sixteen facilities. The policy must include guidelines on audit frequency, staff training, the use of gift cards, and documentation requirements. The bill takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with immediate effect for certain amendments and repeals of conflicting rules.