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New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
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TITLE 14. Department of Mental Hygiene |
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Chapter XXI. Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services |
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Part 856. Tobacco-Free Services |
Sec. 856.1. Background and intent
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- (a) To reduce addiction, illness and death caused by tobacco products.(b) To provide a healthy environment for staff, patients, volunteers and visitors to entities organized and operating pursuant to the provisions of this Title and certified and/or funded by the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services ("the office") as a provider of prevention, treatment or recovery services for alcoholism, substance abuse, chemical dependence and/or gambling.(c) To establish tobacco-free services in a tobacco-free environment.