S6504A

The New York State Senate passed S6504A, sponsored by Sen. Chu, an act to amend the Public Health Law. The bill received 59 affirmative votes with no recorded opposition in a roll call vote. The measure takes effect 180 days after becoming law. No floor debate was recorded on the legislation.

The New York State Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Chu to amend the Public Health Law and expand dementia and Alzheimer's disease recognition under the state's healthcare and wellness education outreach program. The bill passed on a roll call vote, 62-0. Sen. Chu noted that over 30,000 older New Yorkers are currently diagnosed with dementia, with numbers expected to grow significantly in coming years. The legislation aims to ensure families have adequate support and resources to provide quality care for loved ones with these diseases. The bill takes effect 180 days after becoming law.