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signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8756: Amends the effectiveness of provisions related to permitting a close friend to make an anatomical gift of a decedent's body

This bill (S 8756) modifies the implementation timeline for a law allowing close friends to arrange body donations for medical purposes after a person's death. It changes the effective date so that the health commissioner can immediately begin implementing the law - rather than waiting 180 days - upon the bill's passage. This adjustment primarily affects individuals who wish to donate a deceased person's body for medical education or research, ensuring faster administrative readiness. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing solely on implementation timing, not the eligibility for body donations.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves 180-day delay for body donations to medical education/research, supporting medical training infrastructure and research access.85% confidence
Gustavo Rivera (D)
signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9479: Relates to the mechanical insulation energy savings program

This bill establishes a program to help school districts and eligible public buildings (like housing or hospitals) with structures over 20,000 square feet reduce energy costs through mechanical insulation upgrades. It requires free, qualified energy audits to identify needed insulation work and provides competitive grants covering 50% to 75% of approved insulation costs for HVAC systems, piping, and equipment. Grants are issued on a first-come basis after an approved audit, with the program to be implemented within one year of enactment. The law defines specific requirements for qualified contractors and insulation standards to ensure energy savings.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides state grants covering 50-75% of insulation costs for public buildings, increasing government spending on infrastructure energy efficiency programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides grants for school district energy efficiency upgrades, reducing operational costs and supporting school infrastructure, a key aspect of education funding and facilities.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides grants for insulation upgrades to reduce energy costs in public buildings, directly advancing energy efficiency through funding and mandatory audits.95% confidence
Harry Bronson (D)
signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9441: Relates to consideration of capital expenditures in rate proceedings

Requires that any proposed capital expenditure to be considered in any matter affecting a major change in rates must be described by the utility on a per project basis and shall include the purpose and the need for each capital expenditure, total cost, and benefits to the ratepayers and the operation of the distribution system, and shall be posted on the PSC website.
Jonathan Jacobson (D) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8752: Requires contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to have apprenticeship agreements

Requires contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to have apprenticeship agreements; relates to the effectiveness of provisions of law related thereto.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates apprenticeship agreements for renewable energy construction workers, promoting workforce development for clean energy infrastructure expansion.95% confidence
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D)
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8831: Relates to the use of automated employment decision-making tools and artificial intelligence systems by certain state and local entities; repealer

Provides for the use of automated employment decision-making tools and artificial intelligence systems by a county, city, town, village, school district, board of cooperative educational services, county vocational education and extension board, district corporation, the state university of New York, the city university of New York, or community college; amends the effectiveness thereof.
Kristen Gonzalez (D)
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8802: Relates to oversight of continuing care communities; repealer

S 8802 amends New York's public health law to update oversight of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), repealing outdated provisions. It clarifies the health commissioner's duties, including reviewing applications for new CCRCs, coordinating oversight across agencies to avoid duplication, and setting annual fees (up to $50 per living unit) for operators. The bill also establishes a Continuing Care Retirement Community Council, composed of health officials and public members with expertise in senior care, to advise on policies and conduct research. These changes directly affect CCRC operators, prospective operators, and residents by streamlining regulatory processes and enhancing oversight of these facilities.
Cordell Cleare (D) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8804: Relates to conditions under which certain residential health care facilities may withdraw equity or assets totaling five percent of reported annual revenue for patient care services without prior notification

Relates to conditions under which non-public residential health care facilities may withdraw equity or assets totaling five percent of total reported annual revenue for patient care services without prior notification to the commissioner of health.
Gustavo Rivera (D)
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8768: Relates to the discharge of a mortgage

This bill requires lenders to accept and apply any payment made according to their specified location and method, even if it's a partial payment toward the mortgage balance. Lenders cannot refuse, return, or destroy such payments, and must apply them immediately to the outstanding principal, interest, or fees. However, partial payments do not trigger the official release of the mortgage (a "certificate of discharge" or "satisfaction of mortgage"), which only occurs when a full payment covers all remaining amounts. The law applies directly to mortgage lenders and borrowers making payments under a payoff letter.
Jamaal Bailey (D)
signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8757: Relates to prohibiting charges for the issuance of a certificate of still birth or fetal death

This bill prohibits government agencies from charging fees for certificates documenting stillbirths or pregnancy loss. It directly affects families seeking official records after a pregnancy loss, eliminating costs associated with obtaining these documents. Key provisions require health departments (including NYC's health department) and local registrars to issue these certificates without any fee. The law repeals previous provisions that permitted such charges, ensuring these certificates are provided at no cost.
Nathalia Fernández (D)
signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9510: Relates to the use of virtual credit cards by insurers and certain health care plans and the effectiveness of provisions of law relating thereto

This bill requires insurers and health care plans to follow specific rules when using virtual credit cards or fee-based digital payment methods to reimburse healthcare providers. Insurers must first notify providers of any potential fees, offer a fee-free payment alternative, and get the provider's written consent within 30 days to use the fee-based method. If a provider doesn't respond in time, insurers must default to the fee-free option. The law applies directly to insurers and healthcare providers who contract with them, ensuring transparency and preventing unexpected charges for providers.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents insurers from imposing fees on providers without consent, ensuring fee-free payment options and protecting provider financial stability within healthcare reimbursement.85% confidence
Alex Bores (D)
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