Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10327: Requires the health equity council to issue mandates related to the treatment of sickle cell disease

Requires the health equity council to issue mandates related to the treatment of sickle cell disease; requires the commissioner of health to adhere to and act upon the recommendations and mandates of the health equity council.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates treatment protocols for sickle cell disease, improving access to targeted care and aligning with health equity goals.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10299: Allows individuals to register in the donate life registry through personal income tax filings

This bill (A10299) adds personal income tax filings as a new method for New York residents to register for organ, eye, and tissue donation through the Donate Life Registry. It requires tax forms subject to mandatory electronic filing to include a clear checkbox asking: "Would you like to be added to the Donate Life Registry? Check box for 'yes' or 'skip this question'." This expands existing registration options - like driver's license applications and health insurance forms - to include tax documents. The policy change directly affects all New York residents who file taxes electronically, making donation registration more accessible during routine tax submissions. The bill amends Public Health Law Section 4310 to formalize this process.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands public health program access by adding tax form registration for Donate Life Registry, increasing organ donation participation through streamlined enrollment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 27, 2026

J 1679: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2026 as Kidney Month in the State of New York

This resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to designate March 2026 as Kidney Month in New York State. It recognizes chronic kidney disease (CKD) as a significant public health issue affecting over 2.2 million New Yorkers, with many unaware of their condition due to late-stage symptoms. The resolution aligns with existing National Kidney Month observances in March and World Kidney Day on March 12. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or programs but aims to raise awareness about CKD prevention and early detection.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareResolution raises awareness about chronic kidney disease as a public health issue, aligning with health awareness initiatives without creating new programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 10310: Requires residential health care facilities to maintain hospice agreements to ensure access to hospice services for eligible residents

This bill (A 10310) requires residential health care facilities to maintain written agreements with licensed hospice programs. It directly affects facilities caring for residents eligible for hospice services, mandating coordination on key areas like timely referrals, care planning, medication management, and emergency response. The agreements must address six specific coordination points, including roles of facility and hospice staff and after-hours communication. Facilities that fail to comply face enforcement under health law, and the Department of Health will provide implementation guidance and model contracts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates hospice agreements to improve access and coordination for eligible residents, directly advancing healthcare access and patient care standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10302: Relates to the scheduling of certain providers through the directory

This bill amends New York's insurance law to require health insurance directories to display two specific details about providers: whether they accept new patients and their nearest appointment availability. It mandates that insurers provide this information through a system allowing patients or their representatives to schedule appointments directly via the directory. The change would affect health insurance companies (which must update their directories) and patients (who gain clearer access to provider availability). The law would take effect 90 days after enactment, but it is currently pending in the Insurance Committee.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurers to display provider availability and direct scheduling options, improving patient access to care per healthcare access indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10300: Directs the office of children and family services to conduct a statewide needs assessment

Directs the office of children and family services to conduct a statewide needs assessment to identify any unmet needs, including, but not limited to, housing, mental health access, financial assistance, childcare, and respite care access for kinship caregivers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMental health access is explicitly listed as a need to assess, indicating intent to improve access and support mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 9095: Prohibits vaping in educational institutions; requires educational institutions to educate communities about health risks associated with vaping

Prohibits vaping in educational institutions; requires educational institutions to educate communities about health risks associated with vaping and post no-vaping signage on educational institution premises.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibits vaping in schools to protect student health and mandates education about risks, directly strengthening school safety and environment as part of educational protection.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits vaping in schools and mandates health risk education, directly advancing public health protection through preventive measures and community awareness.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 9145: Establishes the "recovery ready workplace act"

S 9145, the "Recovery Ready Workplace Act," creates a certification program for employers to become "recovery ready workplaces" (RRWs), directly affecting businesses with employees and their workers struggling with substance use disorders. Key provisions require employers to implement specific policies, including providing naloxone access, offering anti-stigma training for staff, ensuring equal health coverage for substance use disorder treatment as physical health care, and connecting with recovery organizations within six months of certification. Employers must also develop written plans with employee and union input, address workplace stressors linked to substance misuse, and maintain confidentiality for employees seeking support. The law aims to reduce barriers to care and normalize recovery support in the workplace through structured certification criteria.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates equal health coverage for substance use disorder treatment as physical health care, advancing insurance coverage access for mental health services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates equal health coverage for substance use disorder treatment, naloxone access, and anti-stigma training - strengthening workplace safety and worker health protections under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Collective Bargaining Professional Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 9192: Relates to health insurance and provider divestment

Provides that it is unlawful for any person to directly or indirectly own, operate, or control the whole or any part of a health insurance company and a health care provider; requires divestment within three years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prevents dual ownership of insurers/providers, reducing conflicts of interest to protect patient access and system integrity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 9142: Relates to the reporting requirements of the statewide fiscal intermediary; repealer

Relates to the reporting requirements of the statewide fiscal intermediary; requires the reporting of utilization data and financial data to protect medical assistance recipients in using the program and ensure the effective use of medical assistance funds; requires the statewide fiscal intermediary to provide consumer directed personal assistant data to ensure the availability of a workforce to meet the needs of consumers utilizing the program; requires the statewide fiscal intermediary to provide data regarding customer service requests, complaints, and accessibility.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires fiscal reporting to ensure effective use of medical assistance funds, promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability in program spending.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires reporting to protect medical assistance recipients and ensure effective fund use, strengthening program integrity and beneficiary protection.85% confidence

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