New York A04839 mandates the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities to supply essential personal protective equipment to direct support.

New York A04839 amends the mental hygiene law to require the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities to purchase and distribute essential personal protective equipment (PPE) to all direct support professionals, care recipients, and group home providers in the event of a state emergency declaration related to public health. The office must provide PPE within 30 days of the declaration and ensure supplies last at least 60 days, based on average usage rates. PPE must adhere to CDC guidelines and be replenished to prevent damage from overuse.

New York A04839 mandates the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities to supply essential personal protective equipment to direct support.

New York A04839 amends the mental hygiene law to require the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities to purchase and distribute essential personal protective equipment (PPE) to all direct support professionals, care recipients, and group home providers in the event of a state emergency declaration related to public health. The office must provide PPE within 30 days of the declaration and ensure supplies last at least 60 days, based on average usage rates. PPE must adhere to CDC guidelines and be replenished to prevent damage from overuse.