Replaces the words addict and addicts with the words persons with substance use disorder or a variation thereof
It became law on Nov 21, 2025.
- Stage
- Became law
- Latest action
- Nov 21, 2025
What it does
Replaces the words addict or addicts with the words person with substance use disorder or a variation thereof.
Where it stands
This bill passed and is now law.
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Committee (Done)
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Law (Done)
Where it goes next
Law in New York. Agencies now write the rules that carry it out, and courts can stay or strike it.
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