New York Senate Bill S7792, introduced in 2025 by Assemblymember Patricia Fahy and 16 bipartisan co-sponsors, adds a new section to the state's mental hygiene law to guarantee communication rights for people with disabilities. It ensures every disabled individual can communicate in their preferred way, using whatever supports work best for them, and requires all staff and providers to respect and enable these rights. The goal is to help people with disabilities live with dignity. The bill takes effect 180 days after becoming law, giving organizations time to adjust.
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) strongly supports this bill as a Pro-MAHA initiative because it enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act by requiring government and providers to allow non-speaking autistic individuals and others with disabilities to use communication methods that work for them, such as augmentative devices or sign language. This empowers disabled people to express their needs and make health decisions, aligning with MAHA's mission to promote dignity and autonomy in healthcare. By mandating respect for individual communication preferences, the bill helps break down barriers that prevent full participation in society, fostering inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.
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