New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5559: Establishes a credentialing pilot program for direct support professionals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5559 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes a credentialing pilot program for direct support professionals. Primary sponsor: Jo Anne Simon (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a credentialing pilot program for direct support professionals to assist and enhance the field of direct care support.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Anne Simon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 52 |
| Didi Barrett | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 106 |
| Chris Eachus | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 99 |
| Angelo Santabarbara | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 111 |
| Manny De Los Santos | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Mary Beth Walsh | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 112 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
- REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
- REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH