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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 5939: Relates to payments by a pharmacy benefit manager to participating pharmacies

Requires a pharmacy benefit manager to pay a participating pharmacy at minimum at the national average drug acquisition cost (NADAC) rate, or at the pharmacy acquisition cost rate if greater or there is not a NADAC rate, plus a professional dispensing fee that is at minimum the professional dispensing fee paid under the state medical assistance program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires PBMs to pay pharmacies fair rates (NADAC or higher), preventing underpayment that could restrict medication access and protect pharmacy viability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 2425: Increases the time frame for payments of certain expenses by adoptive parents

This bill changes the timeframe for adoptive parents to cover certain birth-related expenses for the birth mother. It extends the period from 60 days before birth and 30 days after birth to 180 days before birth and 45 days after birth. The change directly affects adoptive parents and birth mothers in New York adoption cases, allowing payments for reasonable costs like housing, medical care, or transportation during pregnancy and shortly after birth. The bill maintains existing restrictions, such as prohibiting payments to unauthorized agencies and requiring court approval for exceptions beyond the new timeframes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends timeframe for adoptive parents to cover birth mother's medical expenses, directly supporting healthcare access during pregnancy/postpartum.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 6983: Establishes the New York dignity in pregnancy and childbirth act and requires hospitals and other facilities that provide perinatal care to implement an evidence-based implicit bias program

Establishes the New York dignity in pregnancy and childbirth act; requires hospitals and other facilities that provide perinatal care to implement an evidence-based implicit bias program for all health care providers involved in the perinatal care of patients within those facilities; requires the department of health to publish reports on maternal morbidity and pregnancy related deaths.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates bias programs for perinatal care providers and patient rights info, protecting patients in healthcare delivery per topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 2644: Prohibits the retrospective denial of payment for substance use disorder treatment services

Prohibits the retrospective denial of payment for substance use disorder treatment services if an insured was covered for such services at the time treatment was initiated; requires insurers to notify a treatment provider when an insured has lost coverage based on termination of the insured's employment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents insurers from retroactively denying payment for substance use disorder treatment when covered at treatment initiation, protecting patient access to mental health services and ensuring coverage continuity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2354: Amends a plan establishing itemized list of grantees for 2025-2026 providing community public health programs and services

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of recipients for state funding dedicated to community public health programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It authorizes the transfer of these funds to specific state departments or agencies with approval from the Senate's temporary president and the budget director. The legislation requires that any distribution of money follow a plan detailing either a specific list of grantees with their amounts or a clear allocation method, which must be approved by a majority vote of the Senate. Additionally, the bill explicitly includes a grant of $20,000 to HANAC, Inc. as part of the updated funding schedule.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to public health programs and establishes a clear distribution plan for fiscal year 2025-2026.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates state funding for community public health programs and services, directly strengthening healthcare infrastructure.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2356: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2026-27 state fiscal year for grants or reimbursement of certain expenses by local governments

This bill establishes a specific distribution plan for state funds allocated in the 2026-27 fiscal year to support local public health programs. It directly affects various community organizations, including health centers, food pantries, and advocacy groups, by listing them as recipients of specific grant amounts. The legislation requires that these funds be distributed according to a detailed list approved by the Senate leadership and the budget director, with final approval from a majority vote of the Senate. Additionally, the bill allows for the transfer of these funds to other state agencies if necessary to achieve the program's goals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to support local public health programs and community organizations.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates state funds to support local public health programs, health centers, and community organizations, directly advancing healthcare resources.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10467: Authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis

This bill allows licensed pharmacists to dispense HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis medications upon receiving an order from a physician or certified nurse practitioner. For post-exposure prevention, pharmacists can provide up to a seven-day starter pack, while pre-exposure prevention requires a supply of at least thirty days but no more than sixty days. To qualify for pre-exposure medication, patients must present a recent negative HIV test, confirm they have no symptoms of acute infection, and not be taking contraindicated drugs. Pharmacists must complete specific training, provide written educational materials to patients, and direct those who test positive for HIV to appropriate medical care providers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to HIV prevention medications by allowing pharmacists to dispense them, strengthening public health services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10833: Relates to disability benefits for certain individuals employed by the Nassau county police department

Provides a performance of duty presumption for diseases of the heart for members who serve as an ambulance medical technician, ambulance medical coordinator, ambulance medical technician/supervisor or a member who performs ambulance medical technician related services, or a police medic, police medic coordinator, police medic supervisor, bureau director police emergency ambulance services - county, assistant bureau director police emergency ambulance services - county, or a member who performs police medic or police emergency ambulance related services and is employed in the Nassau county police department.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a presumption for heart disease benefits for medical personnel, protecting their health and access to disability coverage.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands disability benefits and establishes a presumption for specific police roles, strengthening worker protections and benefits.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9853: Relates to the supervision of athletic trainers

This bill allows physicians to supervise up to six athletic trainers at once, increasing the current limit of four. It applies to most settings but excludes secondary schools and colleges, where existing rules remain unchanged. The law requires a written agreement between the doctor and the trainer that outlines their roles and must be reviewed annually. This change aims to adjust supervision ratios while maintaining the requirement for ongoing oversight.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases supervision capacity for athletic trainers, improving healthcare service delivery and access.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9880: Automated identification of eligible participants for the Medicare savings program

This bill requires state agencies to automatically check if people receiving food assistance are also eligible for a Medicare savings program. It updates the food assistance application to let individuals separately agree to share their data for this purpose. Once a match is found, the health department must enroll the person in the savings program within 45 days. The law also sets up a process to report to state leaders if federal permission is needed before the agencies can share information.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill facilitates enrollment in Medicare savings program, expanding access to healthcare financial benefits for food assistance recipients.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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