Legislation to Save Autistic Kids from Drowning | Albany News

After the heartbreaking death of seven-year-old autistic boy Harbe Nagi, New York State Senator Pat Fahy is pushing for urgent legislation to make specialized swimming lessons accessible to children with autism — and cover them through Medicaid. The bill also mandates lifeguard training tailored to working with autistic and disabled children, addressing a sobering reality: these kids are 160 times more likely to drown. This isn’t just about safety — it’s about honoring Harbe’s life and ensuring no family suffers the same devastating loss again. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e79cfb897f4f9cc7