Healthcare

signed · New York · Assembly Jun 26, 2025

A 8479: Extends provisions of law relating to applied behavioral analysis

This bill extends a 2013 law allowing behavior analysts employed in state-regulated programs (such as those under the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, Office of Children and Family Services, or Office of Mental Health) to perform their duties without violating licensing restrictions. It specifically clarifies that this extension does not authorize the use of certain titles defined under education law. The provision is temporary and will expire on July 1, 2030, after which the previous restrictions will resume. The bill affects licensed behavior analysts working in these state-funded or regulated programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends ABA provider authorization in mental health programs (OMH), enabling continued service access without licensing barriers, supporting mental health care delivery.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · New York · Assembly Jun 18, 2025

A 8045: Extends certain provisions authorizing certain mental health practitioners to engage in diagnosis and the development of assessment-based treatment plans

Extends certain provisions authorizing certain mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and psychoanalysts to engage in diagnosis and the development of assessment-based treatment plans.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends diagnostic and treatment plan authority to mental health practitioners, expanding access to mental health services under healthcare policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 6244: Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act"

Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act" which establishes a law enforcement peer support program to provide confidentiality for communications arising out of law enforcement peer support counseling; defines terms; provides exceptions for when a peer support communication may be disclosed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes confidential peer support for law enforcement officers, enhancing mental health resources and accountability - aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates law enforcement peer support program with confidentiality for mental health counseling, directly advancing mental health services as a healthcare component.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate May 29, 2025

S 2000: Relates to mandatory health insurance coverage for follow-up screening or diagnostic services for lung cancer

Requires that health insurance policies shall provide coverage for follow-up screening or diagnostic services for lung cancer; provides that no patient cost sharing shall be imposed for follow-up screening or diagnostic services for lung cancer.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for lung cancer follow-up screening without cost sharing, expanding access and removing financial barriers for patients.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · New York · Assembly May 23, 2025

A 5572: Relates to organ donation registration through a patient-facing portal

Provides that organ donation registrations through an electronic health record product do not retain or store patients' donor status information and meet standards established by the commissioner; amends the effective date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient privacy by preventing storage of organ donation status in EHR portals, aligning with patient rights in healthcare access and data security.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · New York · Assembly May 1, 2025

A 8115: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through May 7, 2025

This bill provides temporary funding for New York State government operations for an extended period, from April 1, 2025, through May 7, 2025. It authorizes payments for the salaries of state employees in the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and covers general operating expenses for state departments and agencies. The bill also allocates funds for specific Department of Health programs, including community health, Indian health, and child health insurance. This temporary measure ensures the state government can continue to function and make essential payments until the full annual budget bills for the 2025 fiscal year are enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides emergency funding for state operations, salaries, and essential health programs, directly advancing budgetary support for public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates funds to Department of Health programs including community health, Indian health, and child health insurance, directly advancing healthcare services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 15, 2025

S 7399: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through April 17, 2025

This bill provides emergency funding to cover state government operations from April 1-17, 2025, until the regular budget for the 2025 fiscal year is enacted. It appropriates $986.8 million for payroll and benefits for state employees (including executive branch, legislature, and judiciary), $32 million for non-personal service liabilities, and $537.1 million for employee benefits like health insurance and retirement contributions. The funds are specifically designated to pay salaries and cover operational costs incurred during the specified period, including liabilities from the previous fiscal year. This temporary measure ensures continuity of government services without altering existing budget authority.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides emergency budget funding for essential operations (payroll, benefits, liabilities) to maintain government continuity during fiscal gap, directly supporting budget stability.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $537.1M specifically for employee health insurance benefits, directly funding healthcare coverage as part of state employee benefits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds state employee payroll and benefits including health insurance and retirement, directly supporting labor compensation and benefits for public workers.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · New York · Assembly Apr 10, 2025

A 7765: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through April 15, 2025

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running during a budget gap from April 1 to April 15, 2025. It directly affects all state employees (including executive branch staff, legislators, and judiciary personnel) by covering their payroll payments and related liabilities incurred during that period. Key provisions allocate $668 million for salaries, $32 million for non-personal service debts, and $516 million for employee benefits like health insurance and retirement contributions. The funding is temporary, designed to bridge the gap until the regular 2025-2026 budget is enacted under state law. As a procedural emergency appropriation, it focuses on maintaining essential services without altering long-term policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides emergency funding to cover payroll, benefits, and debts during budget gap, ensuring continued government operations without tax changes or service cuts.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $516M for employee health insurance benefits, directly funding healthcare coverage for state workers during budget gap period.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 10, 2025

S 7317: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through April 15, 2025

This bill provides emergency funding to cover state government payroll and operational costs for the period April 1-15, 2025. It directly affects state employees (including executive branch staff, legislators, and judiciary personnel) by authorizing payments for salaries and pre-existing liabilities incurred before April 1. Key provisions include $668 million for personal services (payroll) and $516 million for employee benefits like health insurance, social security, and retirement contributions. The funding is temporary, intended to bridge the gap until the full fiscal year budget is enacted, and applies specifically to the state's 2025 fiscal year beginning April 1. It does not create new policy but ensures continuity of essential government operations during a budget transition period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding for payroll and benefits, ensuring essential government operations and fiscal stability during a critical period.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $516M for employee benefits including health insurance, directly funding coverage for state employees' healthcare needs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $668M for payroll and $516M for employee benefits (health, retirement) to cover state worker salaries and pre-existing liabilities, directly supporting labor compensation and benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · New York · Assembly Apr 3, 2025

A 7635: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through April 7, 2025

This bill provides emergency funding for New York State government operations from April 1 to April 7, 2025, to cover essential payroll and expenses during a budget gap. It directly affects state employees, departments, and programs by authorizing payments for personal services (up to $324.9 million), non-personal operational costs ($10 million), and specific programs like Medicaid ($1.36 billion), elderly pharmaceutical coverage ($1.52 million), and healthcare services ($3.21 million). The funds are temporary, intended to bridge the period until regular fiscal year appropriations are enacted under state constitution requirements. This procedural bill does not create new policies but ensures continuity of critical state services during the budget transition.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes emergency appropriations for essential state operations including payroll and Medicaid during budget gap, directly supporting fiscal management and program funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds Medicaid ($1.36B), elderly pharmaceuticals ($1.52M), and healthcare services ($3.21M) to maintain coverage during budget gap, directly advancing healthcare access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare