New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

A10781 — Replaces the word addict or addicts and the word addiction with the words persons with substance use disorder or a variation thereof

Last action — Stricken

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
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    Passed Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced April 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill changes the terminology related to substance use from stigmatizing language to more respectful terms.

The bill replaces terms like 'addict' and 'addiction' with 'person with substance use disorder' and similar phrases. This aims to promote a more respectful and understanding approach toward individuals with substance use challenges.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means a shift towards more respectful language in workplace policies concerning substance use and mental health.
  • Families: Families may find a more supportive and understanding environment when discussing substance use challenges.

Summary

Replaces certain appearances of the words addict, addicts and addiction with the words person with a substance use disorder, person with a mental health disorder, person with co-occurring disorder, person in recovery, or a variation thereof.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN

  2. REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A10781 do?
Replaces certain appearances of the words addict, addicts and addiction with the words person with a substance use disorder, person with a mental health disorder, person with co-occurring disorder, person in recovery, or a variation thereof.
Who sponsors A10781?
A10781 is sponsored by Phil Steck.
What is the current status of A10781?
This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced April 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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