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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 9156: Prohibits the sale of 7-hydroxymitragynine products

This New York bill prohibits the sale of products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine (a compound found in some kratom products) when concentrated above 400 parts per million. It directly affects businesses - including stores, online platforms, and other sellers - operating within New York State that sell such products. The law imposes civil fines of up to $3,000 for a first violation and $6,500 for repeat offenses, with collected funds directed to New York's drug treatment and public education programs. The bill defines prohibited products broadly to include any substance, extract, or finished good containing the compound at the specified level.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFines from violations fund drug treatment and public education programs, directly supporting healthcare initiatives as per bill's funding allocation.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7981: Relates to the performance of medical services by physician assistants

Relates to the performance of medical services by physician assistants; provides that a physician assistant may practice without the supervision of a physician when such physician assistant is employed by a health system or hospital and is credentialed and given privileges by such health system or hospital, or when such physician assistant is licensed, has practiced for more than six thousand hours, is practicing in primary care, and is performing certain functions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands physician assistant practice autonomy in hospitals/primary care, improving patient access to healthcare services without physician supervision.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Medical Licensing Primary Care

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 7460: Directs the commissioner of health to establish at least 4 maternal-infant care centers in areas of need for infants suffering from drug withdrawal as a result of in utero exposure

Directs the commissioner of health to establish at least 4 maternal-infant care centers in areas of need for infants suffering from drug withdrawal as a result of in utero exposure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes maternal-infant care centers for drug-exposed infants, expanding specialized healthcare access and addressing public health needs.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4721: Provides that the failure by the utilization review agent to make a determination within certain time periods shall be deemed to be an approval of the health care services

Provides that the failure by the utilization review agent to make a determination within certain time periods shall be deemed to be an approval of the health care services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents delays in healthcare service approvals by deeming late decisions as automatic approval, improving patient access to covered services.95% confidence

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4854: Prohibits the packaging, sale and distribution of confectionery and candy designed to resemble a tobacco product

This bill (S 4854) prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of candy or confectionery products designed to look like tobacco products, such as chocolate cigarettes or gum cigars. It specifically bans packaging, branding, or marketing that mimics tobacco products (e.g., cigarette-shaped candy or tobacco-like labels). The law applies to all candy types, including gum, chocolate bars, and mints, and imposes civil fines of $100-$500 for violations. It directly affects candy manufacturers, sellers, and distributors who create or market products resembling tobacco items.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans candy resembling tobacco products to prevent youth tobacco initiation, a direct public health measure targeting smoking prevention and reducing health risks.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2338: Relates to eliminating certain surcharges for the licensing of service dogs

This bill allows New York municipalities to eliminate fees and surcharges for licensing service dogs (including guide, hearing, therapy, and working dogs). It requires local governments to exempt these specific dogs from standard licensing costs related to animal control. Licenses for exempted dogs must be clearly marked with their purpose (e.g., "Service Dog"). The policy change directly affects service dog owners by removing a financial barrier to legal licensing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEliminates municipal surcharges for service dog licensing, providing tax relief by removing a financial barrier for owners.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves financial barrier for service dogs (including therapy dogs for mental health), improving access to health assistance tools for individuals with disabilities.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 31, 2026

A 5743: Imposes a tax on out-of-state transfers, dividends, payments, and loans by certain accident and health insurance companies and health maintenance organizations

Imposes a tax on out-of-state transfers, dividends, payments, and loans by certain accident and health insurance companies and health maintenance organizations to be deposited in the New York state agency trust fund, distressed provider assistance account.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes tax on insurers to fund distressed provider assistance account, directly allocating revenue to a specific public program per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTax on insurers/HMOs funds distressed provider assistance, directly supporting healthcare access and provider stability through state trust fund allocation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2025

S 762: Relates to quality improvement and increased consumer transparency in assisted living residences

Requires reporting and posting by assisted living facilities relating to quality measures and information concerning rates, rent, and service fees; requires a scoring system of the assisted living quality reporting.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires quality reporting and transparency in assisted living facilities, enhancing consumer access to care quality data and improving service standards within healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3662: Requires the purchase of personal protective equipment and medical supplies produced or manufactured in the state of New York in certain circumstances

Requires all contracts over fifty thousand dollars in value made and awarded by any department, agency or authority of the state for the purchase of personal protective equipment or medical supplies shall require that the personal protective equipment or medical supply items be produced or made in whole or substantial part in the state of New York during the existence of a disaster emergency involving an epidemic, pandemic or similar disease outbreak.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates in-state PPE/supply procurement during health emergencies, strengthening public health response infrastructure during pandemics.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3979: Establishes peer crisis diversion residences

Establishes peer crisis diversion homes; requires the commissioner to establish or contract for no less than six peer crisis diversion homes within one year.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes peer crisis diversion residences to divert individuals from criminal justice system involvement, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through community-based alternatives.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes peer crisis diversion residences to improve mental health crisis response, expanding community-based care access per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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