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Democrats’ plan to weaken involuntary commitment is pure insanity

Last updated: March 13, 2025 6:31 pm
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New York’s Legislature recently made a controversial decision that has sparked outrage among residents and officials alike. The state Senate and Assembly budget proposals omitted a crucial move by Gov. Kathy Hochul to address the issue of dangerously mentally ill individuals on the streets and subways of New York City.

The proposed budget law aimed to make it easier to involuntarily commit individuals who pose a risk to themselves or others due to severe mental illness. However, the Senate and Assembly chose to exclude this provision from their proposals, with the Senate even suggesting tighter rules that could exacerbate the problem.

Current laws have vague language that often hinders healthcare providers from making necessary judgments on whether someone should be involuntarily committed for treatment. This loophole has allowed individuals like Waldo Mejia and Jamar Banks to carry out violent acts despite showing clear signs of mental instability.

Hochul’s proposal sought to expand the involuntary commitment standard and provide more clarity to healthcare providers, a crucial step towards addressing the issue at hand. However, Speaker Carl Heastie justified the omission of this proposal by claiming that the budget should not be used for policy decisions, a weak excuse given the budget’s inherent connection to policy choices.

The Senate’s suggestion to raise the standard for involuntary commitment to only those presenting an “imminent risk of serious physical harm” is concerning, as it implies waiting for individuals to reach a critical point before taking action. This approach could lead to more harm and tragedies in the future.

Mental health care is a public good that progressives often support, especially when it involves upwardly mobile millennials seeking therapy. However, when it comes to addressing serious mental illness in the form of dangerous behavior, there seems to be a lack of consensus on how to approach the issue.

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The decision by the Legislature to neglect the mental health crisis on the streets and subways of New York City is alarming and raises concerns about public safety. The need to prioritize the well-being of individuals struggling with severe mental illness cannot be ignored, and decisive action must be taken to prevent further harm and tragedies in the future.

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