New York § 2994 - 2994Rights to be publicized
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 2994 — 2994Rights to be publicized, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2994. 2994Rights to be publicized
§ 2994. Rights to be publicized. The commissioner of health shall prepare a statement summarizing the rights, duties and requirements of this article and shall require that a copy of such statement: 1. Be furnished to patients or their families at or prior to the time of admission to a hospital, and to each member of the hospital's staff; and 2. Be posted in a public place in each hospital. The statement of rights required by this section may be included in any other statement of patients' rights required by other provisions of this chapter.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 2994
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 2994 cover?
Section 2994 ("2994Rights to be publicized") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 2994?
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