Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6378: Reimburses counties who have purchased or will purchase Medicaid fraud detection software

This bill requires the state to reimburse counties for the full cost of Medicaid fraud detection software they've already purchased or plan to buy. It directly affects counties that use data mining tools to identify patterns of fraud, waste, or abuse in medical assistance programs. Counties must provide documentation (like receipts) of their software purchases, and the state will pay from the general fund. The reimbursement is automatic for qualifying software, defined as tools using statistical analysis to detect improper use of Medicaid.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReimburses counties from general fund for Medicaid fraud software, increasing state spending on fiscal accountability and program integrity.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReimburses counties for Medicaid fraud detection software, protecting program integrity and preventing misuse of healthcare funds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1010: Relates to retroactive enrollment in child health insurance plans

Permits coverage under Child Health Plus to take effect retroactively to the first day of the month in which the application was submitted for children who meet the eligibility criteria, provided that the applicant for insurance submits a completed and signed application and required information and documentation within sixty days of the child's birth.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables retroactive coverage for Child Health Plus, ensuring continuous insurance access for eligible children without gaps, expanding health coverage access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5767: Relates to creating a respiratory therapy demonstration program for residential health care facilities

Relates to creating a respiratory therapy demonstration program for residential health care facilities; authorizes the commissioner of health approve up to ten residential health care facilities within the state to operate respiratory therapy units.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates respiratory therapy program in residential facilities, expanding access to specialized healthcare services within public health framework95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 860: Establishes the "Maternal Health, Dignity and Consent act"

Prohibits drug, cannabis or alcohol testing of pregnant or postpartum individuals and newborns unless the individual consents and it is within the scope of medical care, or the testing is necessary for a medical emergency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits non-consensual drug/cannabis/alcohol testing for pregnant/postpartum individuals, protecting patient autonomy and rights in healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5106: Requires certain SUNY and CUNY schools to establish substance use recovery housing programs

Requires SUNY and CUNY schools with at least twenty-five percent of its undergraduate students living on campus to establish substance use recovery housing programs which shall include on-site counseling, mentoring, and peer support.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires substance use recovery housing with counseling/peer support, promoting rehabilitation to reduce recidivism - core criminal justice reform element.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates recovery housing with counseling at SUNY/CUNY, supporting student well-being and access to higher education through expanded support services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates substance use recovery housing with on-site counseling/peer support, directly expanding mental health services access for students at SUNY/CUNY schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2149: Relates to expanding the health department's review of correctional health services

Expands the health department's review of correctional health services by including a biennial study of health care staffing at facilities operated by the department of corrections and community supervision.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands health department oversight of correctional facilities through biennial staffing studies, promoting better health services and potential rehabilitation improvements within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands health department review of correctional health staffing via biennial study, strengthening oversight of correctional healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 145: Makes the provisions of Kendra's law permanent

This bill permanently extends Kendra's Law, which requires court-ordered outpatient treatment for individuals with serious mental illness who have been involved in the criminal justice system. It removes the existing expiration date (June 30, 2027) from the law, making its provisions permanent. The bill directly affects people with severe mental illness who are subject to court-ordered treatment under Kendra's Law. Key provision: eliminating the temporary nature of the law, ensuring continued access to mandated outpatient care for eligible individuals without a sunset date.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill permanently extends Kendra's Law, requiring court-ordered outpatient treatment for individuals with serious mental illness in the criminal justice system, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePermanently extends court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment for severe mental illness, strengthening continuity of care and support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Mental Health

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 2027: Requires medical evaluations for assisted living eligibility to be conducted within thirty days prior to the date of admission

This bill (2027) requires that medical evaluations determining a person's eligibility for assisted living must be completed within 30 days before their admission date. It directly affects individuals applying for assisted living facilities by mandating recent assessments to confirm their physical, supervisory, and psycho-social needs can be met. The key provision specifies that evaluations must be signed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. This change ensures assessments are current and relevant at the time of admission, replacing previous requirements with a strict 30-day window. The law became effective immediately upon the governor's signature (Chap. 444).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates timely, physician-reviewed medical evaluations for assisted living eligibility, ensuring proper care assessment and protecting patient rights within healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6730: Establishes integrated community mental health clinics

Relates to establishing integrated community mental health clinics to provide services to address mental health issues, anger management issues, substance abuse issues and isolation issues.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates integrated clinics specifically for mental health services, directly advancing healthcare access and treatment as defined in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1165: Relates to prohibited hospital interference with patient care

Prohibits hospital interference with patient care where the practitioner is acting in good faith and within the scope of their practice; defines emergency medical conditions; requires appropriate medical screening and stabilizing treatment of persons in an emergency department, including pregnant persons, or appropriate transfer.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits hospital interference with patient care, mandates emergency screening/treatment, and protects patient rights in healthcare access and safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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