Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers seeking or receiving services; includes the provision of language services and documents in English and the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by individuals in New York State based on United States census data.
Impact
The provisions in A11023 require that essential documents, forms, and materials be made available not only in English but also in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken within New York State, as identified by census data. This amendment is anticipated to significantly improve service delivery for non-English speakers, ensuring that these individuals can access mental health services effectively. This could lead to better mental health outcomes and increased participation in health initiatives among diverse communities.
Summary
Bill A11023, introduced in the New York Assembly, aims to amend the mental hygiene law to enhance the accessibility of mental health services for non-English speaking individuals. Specifically, the bill empowers the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to create rules and regulations that address the unique communication needs of these individuals. By incorporating provisions for language assistance services, the bill intends to facilitate better access to mental health services for those who struggle with language barriers.
Contention
While the bill is generally viewed as a positive step towards inclusivity, discussions may arise surrounding the implementation of the proposed regulations. Stakeholders might express concerns regarding the allocation of resources necessary to provide translation services and the potential impact on existing mental health service infrastructures. Moreover, there may be debate over the bureaucratic complexities involved in ensuring compliance among state-run and licensed facilities, especially in terms of consistency and quality of language assistance services.
Same As
Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers seeking or receiving services; includes the provision of language services and documents in English and the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by individuals in New York State based on United States census data.
Relates to the powers of the head of the office of mental health and the head of the office for people with developmental disabilities to promulgate rules regarding communications needs of non-English speakers seeking or receiving services; includes the provision of language services and documents in English and the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by individuals in New York State based on United States census data.
Ensures that the office of mental health and the office for people with developmental disabilities provide materials to individuals in English and the top six languages spoken in the state.
Requires the office of temporary and disability assistance to make available skimming warning signs in English and in the twelve languages most commonly spoken by limited English proficient individuals in the state; requires the department of social services to make available information regarding the state food stamp outreach program in English and in the twelve languages most commonly spoken by limited English proficient individuals in the state.
Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficient individuals in the state, based on data in the most recent American Community Survey published by the United States Census Bureau.
Ensures that the office of mental health and the office for people with developmental disabilities provide materials to individuals in English and the top six languages spoken in the state.
Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficient individuals in the state, based on data in the most recent American Community Survey published by the United States Census Bureau.
Requires certain documents and forms to be provided in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited English proficient immigrants of five years or less according to the American community survey, as published by the United States census bureau.
Requires certain documents and forms to be provided in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited English proficient immigrants of five years or less according to the American community survey, as published by the United States census bureau.