2013 New York Consolidated Laws
PBH - Public Health
Article 27-CC - (2740 - 2744) NEW YORK STATE TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY PROGRAM
2743 - Funding of traumatic brain injury services.

 
    § 2743. Funding of traumatic brain injury services.  1. The department
  shall develop a biennial plan and priorities for the funding of services
  and  programs  as  authorized  by  this  article,  with  emphasis on the
  development and expansion of community-based services and programs.
    2. Such plan shall provide for the development of services,  dispersed
  geographically to the extent feasible, which shall minimize the need for
  out-of-state  placements and promote the return of individuals currently
  placed out-of-state to enhance family involvement and promote  community
  reintegration.
    3.  The  department  shall,  to  the extent feasible, utilize existing
  organizations  with  demonstrated  interest  and  expertise  in  serving
  persons with traumatic brain injuries and shall, within funds available,
  enter into contracts with such organizations.