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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 5665: Includes doula awareness in the department of health's education and outreach program

Bill S 5665 establishes a doula awareness and education program within the Department of Health. This program directs the department to inform the public and healthcare providers about doulas and their benefits throughout pregnancy, delivery, and birth. The Department of Health will produce and distribute educational materials, making them available to healthcare providers for patients. These materials and the department's website will include information on doulas' role in potentially reducing mortality rates for pregnant individuals, specifically highlighting increased risks for Black pregnant individuals. The department is also required to periodically review relevant data and report on the program's implementation every three years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes maternal healthcare access by educating providers/patients on doulas' benefits, aligning with improving patient access and support services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 7280: Relates to the age of persons enrolled in certain large group policies who receive annual mammograms

This bill lowers the age for mandatory annual mammogram coverage under large group health insurance plans from 35 to 30 years old. It directly affects women aged 30-39 enrolled in large employer-sponsored health plans. The key change modifies insurance law to require annual mammograms for this age group in large plans (previously only for ages 35-39), though coverage remains subject to physician recommendation and medical necessity determination. This policy update applies to all large group health insurance policies issued or renewed after the effective date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands mandatory mammogram coverage to age 30, improving preventive care access for women 30-39 under large group plans.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands health benefits for employees by mandating earlier mammogram coverage in large employer plans, aligning with workplace health standards and employment benefits.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 3207: Establishes maximum contaminant levels and a hazard index in drinking water for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

Establishes maximum contaminant levels in drinking water for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); sets such levels at no higher than 4 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and no higher than 10 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA), perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS), and hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill sets strict PFAS limits (4-10 ppt) in drinking water, directly strengthening environmental protection standards for water quality and public health by reducing toxic contamination.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSets strict PFAS limits in drinking water to prevent health risks, aligning with public health protection in healthcare policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 6744: Enacts the psychology interjurisdictional compact

Adopts the psychology interjurisdictional compact to increase public access to psychological services by allowing telepsychological practice and temporary in-person services across state lines.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health access via telepsychology across state lines, directly improving patient access to psychological services per topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 8592: Requires health insurance plans to provide coverage for continuous blood glucose monitors for all children

This bill requires all health insurance plans in New York to cover continuous blood glucose monitors (like Dexcom devices) and related diabetes management supplies for **all children** diagnosed with diabetes or other sugar disorders, as prescribed by a doctor. It mandates coverage for equipment including monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, and diabetes self-management education (such as dietary guidance and treatment training). The law applies to all insurance policies covering physician services or major medical care, regardless of the child's age. Coverage must include medically necessary items listed by the state health department and education provided by certified professionals, limited to specific medically necessary circumstances.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for diabetes management tools (monitors, pumps, education), expanding access for children with diabetes per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9869: Establishes a task force to study aging in place in mental health housing

This bill creates a temporary task force within the Office of Mental Health to study how to help residents of community-based mental health housing programs age in place. The nine-member group will investigate barriers to care, propose policy changes to improve access to medical services, ensure housing compliance with disability laws, and develop training for staff. The task force must submit its findings and recommendations to the governor and legislature within twelve months, after which the bill and the group will automatically expire.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a task force to improve access to medical services and housing compliance for mental health residents, directly supporting healthcare access.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a task force to study aging in place in mental health housing, aiming to improve access, ensure compliance, and develop staff training, thereby strengthening housing protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9517: Relates to notifying an insured of a rate filing increase or decrease for long term care

Relates to notifying an insured of a rate filing increase or decrease for long term care; provides such notification shall include instructions on how to submit comments on such rate filing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires notification of rate increases for long term care insurance and provides instructions for submitting comments, protecting consumer rights and ensuring transparency in healthcare pricing.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 8875: Directs the director of the office of the aging to establish a caregiver crisis hotline

Directs the director of the office of the aging to establish a caregiver crisis hotline to provide emotional support resources for informal caregivers of a person in need of assistance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes caregiver crisis hotline for emotional support, directly advancing mental health services for caregivers within healthcare support systems.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 9304: Directs the department of health to establish and maintain a menopause informational and resource webpage on the department website

This bill requires New York's Department of Health to create and maintain a dedicated menopause information webpage on its website within 180 days. The webpage must cover key topics including the stages of menopause (perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause), treatment and management options, and associated symptoms and health complications. It directly affects residents seeking accessible, official health information about menopause. The mandate focuses on providing factual, standardized resources to the public, with no additional funding or enforcement mechanisms specified.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates creation of menopause health information webpage, improving patient access to standardized medical resources and public health education.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 8622: Establishes a study regarding doula friendly work spaces

This bill mandates a state study to examine how hospitals and birthing centers integrate doula care into maternal health services. It requires the health department to identify existing "doula-friendly" facilities, analyze successful programs in New York and other states, and develop recommendations for standardized practices - such as visitor status for doulas, inclusion in birth processes, and data collection. The study will report findings and best practices to the governor and legislature by December 2027. This bill directly affects healthcare facilities, doulas, and maternal health systems by laying groundwork for potential future policy changes, but does not create new laws or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates study to integrate doulas into maternal care, standardize practices, and improve non-medical support access in birthing facilities, advancing patient-centered healthcare services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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