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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4732: Requires that pharmacists get express written consent before substituting a drug product for a less expensive drug product

Requires that pharmacists get express written consent before substituting a drug product for a less expensive drug product, including biological products.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires patient consent for drug substitution, protecting patient choice and rights in medication management per bill language.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

A 6987: Requires covered entities report to the department of health regarding certain 340B drug discounts

Requires covered entities report to the department of health regarding certain 340B drug discounts and what percentage of patients benefit from such discounts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires reporting on 340B discounts and patient benefits, ensuring program effectiveness for low-income access to affordable medications.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7042: Relates to the unlawful possession of a patient record

S 7042 makes it a class A misdemeanor to possess a patient's medical record without legal authority and then intentionally ignore a written request from the healthcare provider or the patient to return or destroy the record. The law applies to written or electronic health information (excluding records held by HIPAA-covered entities) and targets individuals who obtain records without permission, such as through unauthorized access. It directly affects people who access patient records without authorization and fail to comply with a formal demand to return or destroy them. Violations are punishable as a class A misdemeanor under this bill.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill criminalizes unauthorized access to patient records, directly protecting patient privacy and rights in healthcare data management, aligning with patient rights safeguards in healthcare policy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill imposes penalties for unauthorized access to electronic health records, strengthening data privacy protections for patient information handled digitally.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3149: Relates to actions by health care providers against patients

Relates to actions by health care providers against patients; provides that it shall be an affirmative defense to an action by a health care provider against a patient for recovery of payment for an outstanding bill that such health care provider failed to submit such insurance claim to the patient's insurer in a timely manner.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by allowing providers' failure to timely submit insurance claims as defense against payment recovery, preventing unfair billing practices.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5559: Establishes a credentialing pilot program for direct support professionals

Bill A 5559 establishes a pilot program to credential direct support professionals (DSPs) who work with individuals receiving care in state-operated and not-for-profit facilities. The program aims to professionalize the DSP field by promoting career advancement, developing advanced skills, and enhancing workforce recruitment and retention. It includes a credentialing and education program, along with comprehensive training that may feature online modules and mentorships. An advisory council, comprising DSPs, providers, and self-advocates, will oversee the program's implementation. The Office is required to report on the pilot's effectiveness by November 2028, including recommendations for a potential statewide credentialing program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes DSP credentialing to professionalize workforce, improve care quality, and enhance retention in healthcare settings, aligning with support indicators for workforce development.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes career advancement and workforce retention for direct support professionals, aligning with employment standards by enhancing job quality and recruitment through credentialing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1259: Relates to the practice of physicians licensed in another state or territory of the United States pursuant to a reciprocal agreement

Authorizes physicians licensed in another state or territory of the United States to practice time-limited follow-up care via telehealth in NYS pursuant to a reciprocal agreement; requires annual authorization.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes out-of-state physicians to provide telehealth follow-up care, expanding patient access to medical services across state lines without requiring full licensure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Telehealth

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6524: Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to adopt certain provisions related to student mental health

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to adopt certain provisions related to student mental health such as administering student mental health surveys, establishing a mental health committee, administering mental health training to faculty and staff, and improving university policies regarding mental health.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires SUNY/CUNY to implement mental health surveys, training, and policy improvements, strengthening student support services in higher education.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health surveys, committees, staff training, and policy improvements for student mental health services at public universities, directly strengthening mental health support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3130: Authorizes public access defibrillation providers to possess and carry automated external defibrillators in personal motor vehicles

This bill allows public access defibrillation providers (such as trained community volunteers or first responders) to legally carry automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in their personal vehicles. It amends health law to explicitly authorize these individuals to possess and transport AEDs while traveling in their cars. The change removes a prior legal barrier, enabling faster access to life-saving equipment during cardiac emergencies outside of formal medical settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes legal barrier for AED access in vehicles, improving emergency response for cardiac events and enhancing public health access to life-saving equipment.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3745: Provides for insurance and medicaid coverage for standard fertility preservation services provided due to iatrogenic infertility

Provides that Medicaid and policies issued in this state that provide coverage for hospital, surgical or medical care shall provide coverage for standard fertility preservation services when a necessary cancer treatment may directly or indirectly cause iatrogenic infertility to a covered person.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid/insurance coverage for fertility preservation during cancer treatment, expanding access to essential healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1006: Establishes the Take A Look medical and dental workforce employment tour pilot program

Establishes the Take A Look medical and dental workforce employment tour pilot program which is a campaign to promote and market the health care workforce employment and career opportunities in the following economic development regions: central, north country, western, finger lakes, capital region, mohawk and southern tier.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePromotes healthcare workforce recruitment through marketing campaigns, addressing sector staffing needs to strengthen service capacity and access.85% confidence

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