Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2556: Provides that written notice of premium rate changes be given not less than sixty days prior to the effective date of such rate changes

This bill (A 2556) requires insurance companies to provide written notice to group health policyholders at least 60 days before new premium rates take effect. It directly affects insurers and policyholders of group health insurance policies (both small and large groups). The key provision mandates that written notice of premium rate changes must be given no earlier than 60 days but no later than 120 days before the new rates begin. This ensures policyholders have sufficient time to review and prepare for rate adjustments. The bill amends Insurance Law Section 3221 to establish this notice requirement.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 60-day notice for premium changes, protecting policyholders' rights to review rate increases before they take effect.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 16, 2026

S 5779: Requires certain entities to stock opioid antagonists and to store naloxone nasal sprays with or adjacent to automated external defibrillator cabinets

Requires certain entities to stock opioid antagonists and to store naloxone nasal sprays with or adjacent to automated external defibrillator cabinets.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates naloxone availability near AEDs to reverse opioid overdoses, improving emergency public health response and patient access to life-saving treatment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1499: Enacts the "New York long term care trust act" and establishes the New York long term care trust program

Establishes the New York long term care trust program to provide long term care benefits for eligible residents who have paid the required premium contributions and are in need of assistance with at least two activities of daily living as determined by the department of health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes long-term care trust program providing benefits for residents needing assistance with daily activities, expanding healthcare coverage and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7857: Establishes program for familial dysautonomia, Canavan's and Tay-Sachs disease screening; authorizes department of health to provide grants

Authorizes the department of health to establish a program for familial dysautonomia, Canavan's and Tay-Sachs disease screening and counseling and to provide grants and to enter into contracts with public and non-profit private entities to assist in such program; provides that participation in such program shall be voluntary and all information shall be confidential.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes health department to fund screening/counseling for genetic disorders, advancing preventive public health services through grants and voluntary programs.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 7, 2025

S 7149: Extends the authorization for Chautauqua county to impose an additional one percent rate of sales and compensating use taxes

This bill extends Chautauqua County's authority to impose an additional 1% sales and use tax until November 30, 2027. It directly affects residents and businesses in Chautauqua County who pay sales taxes, as the county will continue collecting this tax during the extended period. The bill specifies that 3/20th of the tax revenue must be allocated to local municipalities based on population, while the remainder funds county Medicaid expenses, road projects, capital improvements, and debt repayment. This is a procedural extension of an existing tax authorization, not a new tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends county sales tax authority to fund Medicaid, roads, and debt repayment, directly allocating revenue to public services per Budget & Taxes topic indicators.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates tax revenue to county Medicaid expenses, directly funding healthcare services as specified in the summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates tax revenue to 'road projects' as specified in summary, directly funding transportation infrastructure maintenance and development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Medicaid Roads & Highways

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3610: Requires two qualified psychiatrists to be employed by each school district

Requires two qualified psychiatrists to be employed by each school district to perform and coordinate the provision of mental health services in the public schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates mental health staffing in schools, enhancing student support services directly tied to educational access and student well-being in K-12 settings.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates school districts to employ psychiatrists for mental health services, directly expanding access to mental healthcare in schools per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 16, 2026

A 1008: Relates to enrollment in medical assistance programs for incarcerated individuals

Provides presumptive eligibility for medical assistance benefits for persons released from correctional facilities for at least sixty days following release; provides for enrollment of such individuals upon release upon application, if eligible.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides medical assistance for released inmates, supporting reentry and rehabilitation, a key aspect of criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides presumptive eligibility and streamlined enrollment for medical assistance upon release from correctional facilities, expanding healthcare access for formerly incarcerated individuals.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4918: Creates interagency placement committees to recommend treatment and rehabilitation programs or strategies for youths with co-existing mental disabilities

Creates 10 interagency placement committees throughout the state to recommend treatment and rehabilitation programs or strategies for youths with co-existing mental disabilities; directs such committees to establish a process by which youths can be referred to such committees; directs such committees to submit a report annually to the governor and legislature identifying gaps in treatment and rehabilitation options, and any plans or recommendations to increase such options.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFocuses on youth rehabilitation programs for mental disabilities, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing recidivism through treatment.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates committees to address mental health treatment gaps for youths, aiming to improve services and expand rehabilitation options through annual reporting and recommendations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7373: Establishes under the direction of the state board of pharmacy a drug repository program

Establishes under the direction of the state board of pharmacy a drug repository program to accept and dispense donated prescription drugs; authorizes such board and the commissioner of health to promulgate rules and regulations; makes definitions; exempts such persons or entities who dispense such donated drugs from criminal or tort liability or professional disciplinary action.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates drug repository program to increase access to donated prescription drugs, enhancing patient access to medications without cost barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2474: Establishes a small business tax credit for certain efforts taken to improve such small business's facility in an effort to reduce the spread of infectious diseases

Establishes a small business tax credit for certain efforts taken to improve such small business's facility in an effort to reduce the spread of infectious diseases.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for small businesses, providing direct tax relief. Aligns with 'provides tax relief' indicator for Budget & Taxes policy.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill incentivizes small business facility improvements to reduce infectious disease spread, supporting public health initiatives under healthcare topic.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tags Small Business

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