Establishes the office of addiction and mental health services in New York.
New York Senate Bill S01797 establishes the office of addiction and mental health services by integrating the offices of mental health and addiction services and supports. The new office will focus on planning, overseeing, and regulating the state's prevention and treatment network for mental health and substance use disorders. The bill also creates a standing advisory committee to provide guidance and oversight. The commissioner of the new office will be appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate.
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