Healthcare (Long-Term Care)

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 28, 2026

A 11559: Relates to the ability of the New York state medical care facilities finance agency to issue certain bonds and notes

Increases the authorization of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York ("DASNY"), as successor to the New York State Medical Care Facilities Finance Agency ("MCFFA") pursuant to the Health Care Financing Consolidation Act of 1995, to issue hospital and nursing home project bonds and notes from $20 billion to $21.8 billion.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases bond authorization for healthcare facilities, directly expanding funding for hospitals and nursing homes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Long-Term Care

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10641: Relates to the ability of the New York state medical care facilities finance agency to issue certain bonds and notes

Increases the authorization of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York ("DASNY"), as successor to the New York State Medical Care Facilities Finance Agency ("MCFFA") pursuant to the Health Care Financing Consolidation Act of 1995, to issue hospital and nursing home project bonds and notes from $20 billion to $21.8 billion.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases the authorization for issuing bonds to fund hospital and nursing home projects, directly expanding healthcare infrastructure and capacity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10066: Extends provisions relating to physical therapist assistants

This bill extends the legal authority for physical therapist assistants to provide services in home care settings until June 30, 2030. It achieves this by amending existing education laws to update the expiration date of the current provisions. The change directly impacts home care agencies and the physical therapist assistants who work within them by allowing their services to continue under the current regulatory framework for an additional four years. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law and does not alter the scope of services or qualifications, only the duration of the authorization.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends legal authority for physical therapist assistants in home care, improving patient access to health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11056: Authorizes the village of New Berlin to alienate certain parklands

This bill authorizes the Village of New Berlin to sell a specific 7.54-acre parkland to Good Shepherd Communities for the purpose of building a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. A key condition of the sale is that the village must use the proceeds to buy new land or improve existing parks to replace the area being sold. The legislation also requires the village to follow any federal rules regarding the conversion of parkland if the land was previously funded by federal grants. If approved, the village's governing body will determine the final terms of the sale at fair market value.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes sale of land to build a skilled nursing facility, expanding healthcare access and infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11220: Relates to physical therapist assistants

Changes the definition of continuous supervision in relation to physical therapist assistants in both the home care setting and school setting by eliminating the joint visit requirement with the patient by the supervising licensed physical therapist and the licensed physical therapist assistant.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access by removing unnecessary joint visit requirements, allowing more efficient home and school care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9875: Authorizes individuals receiving hospice services to enroll in managed long term care plans

This bill allows people who are currently receiving hospice care to enroll in managed long-term care plans without losing their existing benefits. It ensures that individuals can choose hospice services under Medicare or Medicaid while remaining in a managed long-term care program, rather than being forced to leave that program. To support this change, the bill requires state agencies to create rules for better communication and shared care planning between hospice providers and long-term care administrators. Additionally, these programs must exchange necessary information to ensure that patients receive continuous care without unnecessary delays or disruptions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient access to hospice care while maintaining managed long-term care benefits, preventing forced program exits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11326: Relates to the closure of nursing homes

This bill establishes a formal process for nursing home operators who choose to close their facilities, requiring them to submit a detailed closure plan at least 90 days in advance. The plan must outline how residents will be notified, transferred to new care settings, and how their medical records will be handled, while also prohibiting the facility from accepting new residents or raising fees once the closure is announced. Local officials and community boards will receive copies of the notice and have the opportunity to review the impact on the community before the state commissioner approves the plan. The legislation also empowers the commissioner to order immediate closures if a facility is unsafe due to financial issues or mismanagement, ensuring resident safety remains a priority.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by ensuring safe transitions and continuity of care during nursing home closures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate May 1, 2026

S 10163: Directs the department of health to conduct a study of recreational activity programming in nursing homes

Directs the department of health to conduct a study and prepare a report of recreational activity programming in nursing homes examining the accessibility and inclusivity of programming, including accommodations for residents with physical or cognitive impairments, availability of multilingual services, transportation for off-site programming, and scheduling considerations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates a study to improve accessibility and inclusivity of recreational programming in nursing homes, enhancing patient well-being and care quality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9897: Requires general hospitals and nursing homes to offer free notarial services to patients

Requires general hospitals and nursing homes to offer free notarial services to patients; requires an employee of such general hospital or nursing home who is a notary public to be present from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on business days.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access to essential services by mandating free notarial services at healthcare facilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11096: Establishes an assisted living program reimbursement program to provide enhanced Medicaid reimbursement to qualifying assisted living programs

Establishes an assisted living program reimbursement program to provide enhanced Medicaid reimbursement to qualifying assisted living programs; requires at least 70% of such assisted living facility's staff to voluntarily self-identify as Black, Hispanic, or Asian; increases the capitated rates of payment from 31% to 50% over a period of five years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for assisted living, directly funding and strengthening healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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