N.Y. Pub. Health Law § 2600

§ 2600. Helen Hayes Hospital; hospital care and treatment. 1. The\nHelen Hayes Hospital is continued for the care and treatment of persons\nwho are physically disabled, deformed or are suffering from disease from\nwhich they are likely to become physically disabled or deformed.\n 2. The patients in such hospital shall be permitted to exercise and\nenjoy religious profession and worship freely and without discrimination\nor preference.\n