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S 8043

Directs the commissioner of mental health to conduct a study of child- and youth-targeted mobile crisis outreach teams in New York state

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Siela Bynoe and 1 co-sponsor

Bill S 8043 directs a study on mobile crisis outreach teams for children in New York, aiming to improve mental health support and evaluate service effectiveness.

SUBSTITUTED BY A4276
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Bill Summary · S 8043

Summary of Bill S 8043

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: S 8043
  • Title: Directs the commissioner of mental health to conduct a study of child- and youth-targeted mobile crisis outreach teams in New York State
  • Status: Substituted by A4276
  • Introduced: May 15, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 8043 aims to enhance mental health support for children and youth in New York State by directing the commissioner of mental health to conduct a comprehensive study on mobile crisis outreach teams specifically targeting this demographic. The intent is to evaluate the effectiveness, accessibility, and overall impact of these teams in addressing mental health crises among children and adolescents.

Key Provisions

  • Study Mandate: The bill mandates the commissioner of mental health to assess existing mobile crisis outreach teams that serve children and youth.
  • Evaluation Criteria: The study will focus on various aspects, including:
    • Response times to crises
    • Availability of services
    • Outcomes for children and youth receiving assistance
    • Recommendations for improvements or expansions of services
  • Reporting Requirements: The commissioner will be required to compile findings and submit a report to the legislature detailing the study's results and any proposed actions based on the findings.

Affected Parties

  • Children and Youth: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are children and youth experiencing mental health crises in New York State.
  • Mental Health Professionals: Mobile crisis outreach teams, mental health providers, and related stakeholders will be involved in the study and may be impacted by subsequent recommendations.
  • Legislators and Policymakers: The findings will inform future legislative actions and funding decisions related to mental health services for young people.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: May 15, 2025
  • Referred to Mental Health Committee: Following its introduction, the bill was referred to the committee for consideration.
  • Committee Actions:
    • On June 4, 2025, the committee was discharged and committed to rules.
    • The bill was ordered to third reading on the same day.
  • Substitution: On June 10, 2025, S 8043 was substituted by A4276, which is its companion bill.

Related Bills

  • A 8015: A prior-session bill that may have addressed similar issues.
  • A 4276: The companion bill that has substituted S 8043 and may contain similar or expanded provisions regarding mobile crisis outreach teams.

This summary provides an overview of Bill S 8043, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on mental health services for children and youth in New York State.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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