Establishes a Center for Transplantation and Immunology Research at the University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center; provides the mission of the Center for Transportation and Immunology Research is to advance the longevity of kidney organ transplants through improved knowledge of immunology, pathology and therapeutics; grants authorization to apply for grants; makes an appropriation of $227,333.34 each year for three years.
Establishes the right of non-speaking developmentally and otherwise disabled individuals to advocate for themselves in educational, medical, legal, and other decisions by using alternative forms of communication, such as spelling boards, typing-based communication, sign language, and speech-generating devices.
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Establishes the office of hospice and palliative care access and quality to provide expertise and input on hospice and palliative care policy development and regulation.
Provides funding for abortion services and travel-related expenses not covered by the military for active duty members of the armed forces of the United States, or their spouses or dependents, who are New York state residents.
Relates to establishing distinctive "Alzheimer's Awareness" license plates; provides that the funding for such be deposited in the "Alzheimer's disease assistance fund".
Authorizes registered pharmacy technicians to administer the same immunizations as licensed pharmacists under direct supervision of such licensed pharmacist.
Clarifies that certain provisions related to statewide opioid settlement agreements shall cover settlements and releases related to any entities involved in the prescription drug marketing, supply and payment chain that may have contributed to the opioid epidemic through illegal conduct.
Requires the department of social services to apply for a waiver or request authorization to create a list of healthy and nutritious foods and beverages that may be purchased with supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits.
Bill A 3350 requires nursing homes to inform their residents about their right to seek legal assistance. It specifically mandates that a statement be provided to patients regarding their right to legal counsel when applying for Medicaid and/or Medicare benefits. This bill amends the public health law to ensure nursing home residents are aware of this option during the benefit application process.
S 3669 establishes a 7.8% targeted inflationary increase for designated programs and services for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year, effective April 1, 2025. This increase applies to rates of payments, contracts, or other forms of reimbursement for programs overseen by offices such as mental health, developmental disabilities, addiction services, and services for children, families, victims, and the aging. The bill specifies that this 7.8% increase is inclusive of most other inflationary adjustments for the period, limiting additional new increases. The goal is to help these programs account for the effects of inflation on their operational costs.
