260.874 Providing Information on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO) The Medical Society of the State of New York will raise awareness of the Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) process and that physicians may opt to use this process to protect patients and family members and that MSSNY provide links to the New York’s Unified Court
260.879 House Fires Due to Lithium-Ion Batteries MSSNY urges lawmakers to enforce stricter consumer product safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in devices like electric bicycles and scooters to protect against the risk of fires. MSSNY advocates for more resources allocated towards inspectors who can ensure prevention of the sale of second-use lithium-ion batteries.
260.878 Safety Concerns Regarding Inadequate Labeling of Food Products Upon Ingredient Changes with Know Major Food Allergens The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) supports legislation or regulation that any repackaging entity verify with the food manufacturer/distributor as an ordinary and routine transaction of commerce that no major food allergen ingredient changes
260.877 Biotin Supplement Packaging Disclaimer The Medical Society of the State of New York supports efforts to have over-the-counter biotin supplements provide a clear disclaimer on the bottle that states the possibility of lab test interference. The Medical Society of the State of New York supports efforts to have over-the-counter biotin provide a clear disclaimer
260.876 Ask NYS To Maintain Public Health Funding and Infrastructure The Medical Society of the State of New York supports maintaining or increasing Article 6 funding for local health departments and their infrastructure in the New York State Budget. (HOD 2024 – 155)
260.880 Advocating for the Addition of Osteopathic Distinction DO Option on Customizable License Plates in NYS MSSNY shall engage in proactive dialogue with the appropriate bodies, including the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and legislative representatives, to advocate for the inclusion of a "DO" option on customizable license plates. (HOD 2024 –
260.881 Handicap Exemption in the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) Congestion Pricing Plan The Medical Society of the State of New York will advocate that congestion pricing tolls not apply to individuals traveling for necessary medical visits. (HOD 2024 – 72)
260.950 Further Integration of Mental Health and General Health: MSSNY supports the position of executive deputy commissioner within the New York City Department of Public Health be filled by a board-certified psychiatrist. (HOD 2002-164; Modified and Reaffirmed HOD 2013; Reaffirmed HOD 2023; Reaffirmed HOD 2024)
260.999 Fluoridation – Fluoride Rinse Program: MSSNY endorses the concept of school fluoride programs and encourages New York State schools to participate in fluoride rinse programs in those communities without fluoridation of drinking water. (HOD 1980-12; Modified and Reaffirmed HOD 2013; reaffirmed HOD 2023)
260.998 Boxing: SUNSET HOD 2013 (Reaffirmed HOD 2024)
