Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 2718: Requires electrocardiograms be provided by school health services to screen for heart conditions and requiring electrocardiograms be conducted on students to screen for heart conditions in order to attend school

Requires electrocardiograms be provided by school health services to screen for heart conditions; requires electrocardiograms be conducted on students to screen for heart conditions in order to attend school.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates preventive heart screenings via school health services, advancing public health initiatives and improving early detection access for students.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6883: Eliminates the cap on the maximum amount and the gross income requirement for the long-term care insurance credit

This bill eliminates two restrictions on New York's long-term care insurance tax credit. It removes the $1,500 annual cap on the credit amount and the $250,000 gross income limit that previously restricted eligibility. As a result, New York residents who pay for qualifying long-term care insurance will now receive a tax credit equal to 20% of their premiums, without the previous dollar limit or income threshold. The change applies to taxable years beginning January 1, 2025, and affects individuals purchasing qualifying long-term care insurance policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves tax credit limits and income restrictions, expanding tax relief for long-term care insurance premiums. Aligns with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves financial barriers to long-term care insurance tax credit, expanding access to healthcare coverage for residents by eliminating income and cap restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Tax Credits Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5374: Establishes a wound care kit and xylazine test strip distribution

Establishes a wound care kit and xylazine test strip distribution program to supply wound care kits designed for the treatment of injection-related wounds and skin and soft tissue infections, and xylazine test strips, to individuals with a substance use disorder or who are otherwise at risk of drug use, free of charge; prohibits facilities from collecting personally identifying information on such individuals; prohibits police from targeting individuals receiving wound care kits or xylazine test strips under such program.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits police targeting of individuals receiving harm reduction resources, reducing criminalization of substance use and protecting civil rights per criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides free wound care kits and xylazine test strips to substance use disorder patients, improving access to treatment for injection-related injuries without barriers like ID collection or police targeting.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Policing Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2210: Imposes a one year residency requirement for eligibility for medical assistance

Imposes a one year residency requirement for eligibility for medical assistance; authorizes the commissioner of health to promulgate any and all rules and regulations and take any other measures necessary to implement this act.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareImposes residency requirement, restricting access to medical assistance eligibility by limiting who qualifies for coverage.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationImposes one-year residency requirement for medical assistance eligibility, restricting access to state services for new residents including immigrants.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4014: Enacts the "Equal Access to Health and Human Services for Limited English Speaking Individuals Act"

Enacts the "Equal Access to Health and Human Services for Limited English Speaking Individuals Act"; directs certain state agencies to provide language assistance services for persons seeking family assistance, health or labor services; requires record keeping; requires free translation for 22 languages.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates language assistance for health services access, removing barriers for limited English speakers and improving patient access to healthcare services.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates language assistance for limited English speakers accessing state health/human services, directly aiding immigrant access to essential services without restricting immigration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 5484: Relates to establishing a statewide person-centered mental health services work group

Establishes a statewide person-centered mental health services work group to improve statewide mental health planning and outcomes to achieve a person-centered, prevention-first integrated and tiered system of care for holistic health and wellness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes work group to improve mental health services planning/outcomes, advancing person-centered care per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1179: Enacts the "New York long term care trust act" and establishes the New York long term care trust program

Establishes the New York long term care trust program to provide long term care benefits for eligible residents who have paid the required premium contributions and are in need of assistance with at least two activities of daily living as determined by the department of health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes a state-funded long-term care trust program expanding access to covered benefits for eligible residents needing assistance with daily activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Long-Term Care

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 55: Enacts the overdose prevention and recovery act

Enacts the overdose prevention and recovery act; directs that at least twenty percent of funds from the opioid stewardship fund shall be invested in recovery services and supports; requires an annual report to the legislature regarding funds distributed from the opioid stewardship fund; makes the opioid stewardship fund permanent.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirects 20% of opioid fund to recovery services, expanding public health access for addiction treatment under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1558: Authorizes patients to designate an essential visitor who may assist the patient and perform certain duties on behalf of the patient

Authorizes patients to designate an essential visitor who may assist the patient and perform certain duties on behalf of the patient, including communicating with facility staff regarding the needs of the patient, providing emotional stability and company, and requesting additional care or a change in the care plan.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes patient-designated visitors for care communication and emotional support, enhancing patient access and rights in healthcare facilities.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 29, 2026

S 7919: Relates to third-party network contracts

Allows dental provider networks, certain health and hospital service corporations, and health care plans to enter into contracts with a third party to gain access to services and discounted rates of a provider under a provider network contract.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables third-party networks to provide discounted care access, expanding patient options and reducing costs for dental/hospital services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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