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S 4997 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits nursing homes and care facilities from denying admission to individuals receiving a controlled substance medication for a substance use disorder

Summary
Prohibits nursing homes and care facilities that are registered with the state of New York and registered with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, that maintains a stock of, and directly dispenses, controlled substance medications from denying admission to individuals receiving a controlled substance medication for a substance use disorder.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnsures access to substance use disorder treatment in care facilities, supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - key criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits denial of nursing home admission for substance use disorder patients receiving medication, improving patient access and protecting rights in healthcare settings.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 14, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
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Feb 14, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Photo of Pete Harckham
Pete Harckham
DDemocratic/Working Families
NY
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