Establishes a youth mental health advisory board to examine and recommend policies on youth mental health issues.
The bill establishes a New York youth mental health advisory board consisting of youths aged 16-20. The board examines and makes recommendations for legislation and initiatives on youth mental health issues, including social media, bullying, substance use, trauma, poverty, and access to services. The board consists of 72 members, including 62 representing various regions and 10 at-large members from New York City. Members must be enrolled in an educational program and have resided in the state for at least one year.
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