Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4908: Prohibits medical assistance providers from refusing to furnish care, services or supplies to any person for whom Medicaid is secondary insurance

Prohibits medical assistance providers from refusing to furnish care, services or supplies to any person who is entitled to receive such care, services or supplies under this title if such medical assistance provider furnishes the same care, services or supplies under the Medicare program pursuant to title XVIII of the federal social security act and the person is dually eligible under that program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents medical providers from denying care to dual-eligible patients (Medicare/Medicaid), ensuring access to services under existing coverage frameworks.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2309: Enacts the Unpredictable Nursing Home Inspection Act

Requires the department of health to conduct 40% of its inspections on nursing homes outside of business hours; requires department of health inspections of nursing homes to be conducted without prior notice to a nursing home; requires an annual nursing home inspection report.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires unannounced nursing home inspections to improve oversight and safety, advancing patient care standards in healthcare facilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1914: Grants medical assistance eligibility for kidney transplant expenses for certain residents of New York

Grants medical assistance eligibility for kidney transplant expenses for residents of New York with end-stage renal disease who are otherwise eligible for benefits except for their immigration status.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands kidney transplant coverage eligibility for undocumented ESRD patients by removing immigration status barrier, directly advancing healthcare access for a vulnerable population.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill removes immigration status barrier for kidney transplant medical assistance, expanding access to immigrant residents with end-stage renal disease.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6033: Directs department of health to contract with community organizations for distribution of information on health care services and benefits available to immigrants

Directs the department of health to contract with community-based organizations and not-for-profit corporations for the provision of outreach, information and educational services to immigrants on the availability of health care services, medical assistance, emergency medical assistance, the family health plus program and the child health insurance plan.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirects outreach to immigrants about existing health programs (medical assistance, CHIP, Family Health Plus), improving access to healthcare services and benefits.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill directs the Department of Health to provide outreach and information on health care services and benefits specifically for immigrants, which strengthens immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Driver Licenses & IDs Immigrant Services

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 8849: Requires the department of health to facilitate the exchange of data between the state prescription drug program and electronic health records

Directs the commissioner of health shall promulgate regulations allowing for any electronic health records integration vendor to obtain state approval to facilitate interoperability between the prescription monitoring program registry and certified electronic health records systems that can connect with any national data sharing hub.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFacilitates data interoperability between prescription monitoring and EHRs, improving healthcare coordination and access to patient records.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4378: Requires insurer to respond within thirty days of a request from an insured for their health plan documents

Requires insurer to respond within thirty days of a written request from an insured for their health plan documents, including copies of most recent group or individual contracts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurer transparency for patient access to health plan documents, protecting consumer rights and improving access to coverage details.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 24, 2025

S 3200: Relates to mandatory influenza vaccine for persons attending daycare

This bill mandates that children attending licensed daycare facilities in New York must receive the influenza vaccine, as recommended by federal health guidelines. It directly affects parents or legal guardians of children aged two months to eighteen years enrolled in licensed daycare programs. The law requires caregivers to ensure their child receives the vaccine, with free administration available through county health officers for families unable to afford private providers. Existing requirements for other vaccines (like measles or polio) remain unchanged; this bill specifically adds influenza to the list of required immunizations for daycare attendance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates flu vaccines for daycare children with free access for low-income families, advancing public health program participation and improving vaccine access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6189: Relates to the definition of autism

This bill adds a detailed legal definition of "autism" to New York's Mental Hygiene Law, specifying diagnostic criteria for five types of autism spectrum disorders (including autistic disorder, Asperger's syndrome, and childhood disintegrative disorder). It directly affects individuals seeking mental health services or disability support by establishing standardized eligibility criteria under state law. The definition outlines specific requirements for diagnoses, such as social interaction challenges, communication impairments, and restricted behaviors, while excluding conditions like Rett's disorder. This change ensures consistent application of autism-related services across New York's mental health system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStandardizes autism diagnosis criteria under Mental Hygiene Law, enabling clearer access to mental health services and disability support per bill's eligibility requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4765: Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of certain combat veterans until covered by the federal government

Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of combat veterans on active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom, until covered by the federal government; directs the division of military and naval affairs to establish a registry of Afghanistan and Iraq veterans.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax-free savings accounts for veterans' healthcare, providing direct tax relief. Explicitly addresses tax policy as part of fiscal management for targeted healthcare costs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates tax-free savings accounts to cover combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage begins, expanding access for a specific group through dedicated funding mechanism.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates tax-free savings accounts for combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage, directly expanding benefits and improving access to care for specific veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 335: Includes policies and procedures for responding to students having mental health crises in school safety plans

Includes policies and procedures for responding to students having mental health crises in a manner that does not include contacting law enforcement unless implied or direct threats of violence or other criminal activity is involved in school safety plans.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates school safety plans to address student mental health crises without law enforcement involvement, promoting student well-being and safe learning environments within education policy.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates school safety plans for mental health crises without law enforcement involvement, directly supporting mental health services by improving access and reducing criminalization.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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