N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 14, § 856.1 – Background and intent.

(a) To reduce addiction, illness and death caused by tobacco products.
(b) To provide a healthy environment for staff, patients, volunteers and visitors to entities organized and operating pursuant to the provisions of this Title and certified and/or funded by the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services ("the office") as a provider of prevention, treatment or recovery services for alcoholism, substance abuse, chemical dependence and/or gambling.
(c) To establish tobacco-free services in a tobacco-free environment.