N.Y. Mental Hygiene Law § 41.57: Compulsive gambling education and treatment program

§ 41.57 Compulsive gambling education and treatment program.

Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this article and within

amounts made available therefor by appropriation, the commissioner is

authorized to develop, expand, operate or cause to be operated

compulsive gambling education and treatment programs. The commissioner

may employ any consultants deemed necessary to effectuate the purpose of

this section and enter into contract with any not-for-profit corporation

for provision of appropriate services. On the thirtieth day of January

after the effective date of this section and each January thirtieth

thereafter, the commissioner shall submit to the governor and the

legislature a report detailing the implementation of this section and

making recommendations for future development of compulsive gambling

education and treatment programs.