Behavioral Health Advocates in Abany NY: NAMI NYS Executive Director Speech
NAMI NYS’s Executive Director Nathan McLaughlin spoke at the NYS Capitol alongside statewide partners, calling attention to the urgent need for a 2.7% inflationary increase in behavioral health funding.
This collective advocacy highlights what’s possible when voices unite for sustainability, fairness, and access to care.
Watch the clip to hear Nathan’s remarks on why this investment matters for families and providers across New York.
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