Directs the department to repeal and replace rules governing commercial establishments.

This bill, known as the "Public Health Modernization Act," directs the department to repeal subpart 24-2 of part 24 of title 10 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations in its entirety. It mandates the promulgation of new rules and regulations governing the licensing and operation of certain commercial establishments. The new regulations will establish minimum standards to promote the health and safety of patrons and employees, consistent with modern public health strategies focused on wellness education and harm reduction.

Directs the department to repeal and replace rules governing commercial establishments.

This bill, known as the "Public Health Modernization Act," directs the department to repeal subpart 24-2 of part 24 of title 10 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations in its entirety. It mandates the promulgation of new rules and regulations governing the licensing and operation of certain commercial establishments. The new regulations will establish minimum standards to promote the health and safety of patrons and employees, consistent with modern public health strategies focused on wellness education and harm reduction.