Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders
Senate
This committee develops and reviews legislation on prevention, treatment, and recovery for alcohol and substance use disorders. Its focus includes access to treatment, prevention programs, opioid abuse response, and the needs of individuals and families affected by addiction.
The Committee’s jurisdiction includes Mental Hygiene Law (addiction services), Public Health Law (treatment and prevention), Social Services Law (family and recovery services), and relevant sections of Tax Law and General Business Law (regulation and funding).
The committee is chaired and staffed in alignment with Senate practices—leadership and membership details are available on the Senate’s official website. It meets during session calendar weeks as scheduled.
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