S 4871: Relates to the duties of the independent developmental disability ombudsperson program

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Directs the independent developmental disability ombudsperson program to establish a service delivery structure based in New York state that includes a toll-free telephone hotline, an interactive website, and availability of in-person, telephone and email access to ombudsperson program staff or volunteers; to provide assistance for navigating and completing processes; to assist individuals in filing and preparing appeals; to assist individuals with any problems encountered; and to educate individuals on their rights and responsibilities with respect to access to services provided by the office for people with developmental disabilities and care coordination provided by health homes serving individuals with developmental disabilities or services provided by other providers.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican/Conservative 2

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. May 11, 2026REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
2. February 20, 2026PRINT NUMBER 4871B
3. February 20, 2026AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO DISABILITIES
4. January 21, 2026PRINT NUMBER 4871A
5. January 21, 2026AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO DISABILITIES
6. January 7, 2026REFERRED TO DISABILITIES
7. January 7, 2026RETURNED TO SENATE
8. January 7, 2026DIED IN ASSEMBLY
9. June 10, 2025REFERRED TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
10. June 10, 2025DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
11. June 10, 2025PASSED SENATE
12. June 4, 2025ADVANCED TO THIRD READING

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