Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 25, 2026

A 1856: Requires the development of mental illness training for providers of temporary housing

Requires the office of temporary and disability assistance, in conjunction with the office of mental health and the office of children and family services, to develop a mental illness training course to be utilized by providers of temporary housing assistance to focus on recognizing signs and symptoms of mental illness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates mental illness training for housing providers to recognize symptoms, directly supporting mental health services under healthcare topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6460: Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students

Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for healthcare professionals, reducing taxable income, aligning with tax relief indicators for targeted professions.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tax credit to health care professionals teaching students, supporting health care education programs and instructor participation.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTax credit incentivizes healthcare professionals to train future workers, strengthening healthcare workforce development and improving access to services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 4548: Permits dentists to administer vaccinations against human papillomavirus

This bill amends New York's education law to explicitly permit dentists to administer human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccinations as part of their professional practice. It directly affects dentists by expanding their scope of practice to include HPV vaccine administration, which is currently typically provided by physicians or nurses. The key provision adds "the administration of vaccinations against the human papillomavirus (HPV)" to the legal definition of dental practice under Section 6601. This change would allow dentists to provide HPV vaccines during routine dental visits, potentially increasing access to the vaccine. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands dental scope to include HPV vaccinations, increasing access to preventive healthcare services and broadening provider availability for public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6921: Relates to removing the prohibition on firearm silencers

Provides that dental insurance coverage shall include coverage for night guards; defines dental night guards; provides that dental night guards shall be covered under Medicaid.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates dental insurance coverage for night guards under Medicaid, expanding dental benefits and strengthening public health program coverage per healthcare policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 8362: Extends provisions of law relating to applied behavioral analysis

This bill extends a temporary rule allowing staff in state-regulated programs to perform applied behavioral analysis duties without full licensure, affecting employees of offices overseeing developmental disabilities, children's services, and mental health. It specifically permits these staff to carry out such work under their current roles but prohibits using licensed titles from Article 167 of the Education Law. The extension expires on July 1, 2030, after which the current exemption will no longer apply. The bill does not create new requirements but temporarily maintains existing workforce flexibility in these state programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends temporary rule enabling non-licensed staff to provide applied behavioral analysis in mental health programs, improving service access without full licensure requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3942: Provides for the allocation of monies for dental health services in the medicaid managed care program, the child health insurance program and the family health plus program

Provides for the allocation of monies for dental health services in the medicaid managed care program, the child health insurance program and the family health plus program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates funds for dental services in Medicaid/CHIP programs, expanding healthcare coverage access under existing public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5541: Establishes registered medical assistants

This bill establishes a new "registered medical assistant" (M.A.-R) designation in New York. To register, individuals must complete an approved education program, pay fees, meet age and character requirements, and pass background checks. Registered medical assistants may perform basic office tasks (like filing records and billing) independently but can only administer vaccinations or other advanced clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. Only registered medical assistants can legally use the title "registered medical assistant" or "M.A.-R."

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates regulated MAs to ensure qualified personnel, improving patient safety and service standards in healthcare delivery.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 2589: Waives state's sovereign immunity to liability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and certain other federal acts

Waives the state's sovereign immunity in state and federal courts with regard to liability for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act; waives the immunity of all instrumentalities and political subdivisions of the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables lawsuits under ADA/FMLA to enforce healthcare accessibility and medical leave rights, protecting patient access and compliance with federal disability/medical leave laws.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentWaives sovereign immunity for ADA, FLSA, ADEA, and FMLA violations, enabling legal recourse for workers' rights protections under federal labor laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Paid Leave

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 5900: Relates to the distribution of educational materials regarding the misuse of and addiction to prescription drugs in counties with the most prevalent prescription substance use disorder

Relates to the distribution of educational materials regarding the misuse of and addiction to prescription drugs in counties with the most prevalent prescription substance use disorder.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDistributes educational materials on opioid misuse in high-abuse counties, a public health initiative addressing addiction prevention within healthcare topic area.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6681: Requires mental health facilities to have a staff member specifically trained in filing assisted outpatient treatment petitions

Requires mental health facilities to have a staff member specifically trained in filing assisted outpatient treatment petitions and to have patients with mental illness not released from such facilities until they have been registered for available services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health facilities to ensure patients receive follow-up care via trained staff, strengthening outpatient treatment access and continuity of mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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