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S 9920 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers

Summary
Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers and to submit a report of the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates a study on the mental health of corrections officers, aligning with efforts to improve conditions and support within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs a study on PTSD prevalence among corrections officers, aiming to inform mental health policy and improve access to care for this vulnerable group.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
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Governor
Introduced Apr 16, 2026 Last action Apr 16, 2026
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Apr 16, 2026
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REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
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Pam Helming
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
NY
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