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N.Y. Mental Hyg. Law § 16.37 — Autism spectrum disorder booklet; first responders

N.Y. Mental Hyg. Law § 16.37

Type
Statute
Source
New York Mental Hygiene Law
Jurisdiction
New York
Current through
Nov 5, 2026 (NY Senate Open Legislation)

§ 16.37 Autism spectrum disorder booklet; first responders.

Citator

N.Y. Mental Hyg. Law § 16.37 — Autism spectrum disorder booklet; first responders is in force in the current edition of the Code, and nothing recorded condemns it.

§ 16.37 Autism spectrum disorder booklet; first responders.

The commissioner, in consultation with other appropriate agency representatives, shall prepare for publication and cause to be distributed to first responders, including emergency medical services personnel, firefighters and police officers, a booklet containing information on recognizing the behavioral symptoms and characteristics of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders. Such booklet also shall contain information on additional resources and any other information deemed necessary and appropriate by the commissioner.