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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6143: Relates to out-of-network treatment disclosure for certain surgical procedures

Bill A 6143 requires hospitals and clinics performing pre-approved surgical procedures to notify patients within 24 hours if any part of the surgery will be provided by an out-of-network provider. Notifications must be delivered via phone, email, or text at the time of insurance approval, with a mailed confirmation within 24 hours. If the notice isn’t given at least 48 hours before the surgery, the facility must cover the full cost as if the provider were in-network. This applies to non-emergency surgeries requiring insurance pre-approval, excluding procedures performed within 24 hours of an injury.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates disclosure of out-of-network surgical providers to prevent surprise billing, protects patients from unexpected costs, and ensures financial transparency in healthcare services.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4111: Requires annual screenings for depression of students in grades seven through twelve

Requires annual screenings for depression of students in grades seven through twelve; requires the department of education and the department of health to review data pertaining to the results of such screenings for local and statewide trends concerning teenage depression.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates mental health screenings for students in schools, directly addressing student well-being to support educational outcomes and school environment.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates annual depression screenings for students, directly supporting mental health services in schools per healthcare topic definition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 8522: Protects persons receiving care, employed, or otherwise present at a hospital from immigration arrests; prohibits federal immigration officers acting within the scope of their employment from entering hospitals

Protects persons receiving care, employed, or otherwise present at a hospital from immigration arrests; prohibits federal immigration officers acting within the scope of their employment from entering hospitals unless supported by a judicial warrant or order; defines judicial warrant or order.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents immigration enforcement in hospitals, removing barriers to healthcare access for immigrants and protecting patient safety during medical care.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects individuals from immigration arrests in hospitals and limits federal immigration officers' entry, directly protecting immigrant rights and limiting federal enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 4275: Relates to the closure of nursing homes

S 4275 establishes new requirements for nursing home operators intending to close a facility, directly affecting residents, their families, and local communities. Operators must notify the Department of Health at least 90 days in advance and submit a detailed closure plan for approval, outlining how residents will be notified, assessed, and transferred to new settings. The bill prohibits operators from closing until all residents are relocated, increasing fees, or accepting new residents without disclosure during the closure process. Local officials can hold meetings and make recommendations to the Commissioner regarding the closure plan, which must be publicly available. Non-compliance with these provisions can result in penalties.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires nursing home operators to submit relocation plans and prohibits closure until residents are transferred, protecting patient continuity of care during facility closures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5562: Provides for presumptive eligibility for medical assistance benefits of individuals leaving incarceration

Provides presumptive eligibility for medical assistance benefits for individuals released from correctional facilities for at least sixty days following release.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides medical benefits for post-incarceration individuals, supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - key criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands healthcare access for formerly incarcerated individuals by providing immediate medical assistance eligibility, improving coverage continuity post-release.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 653: Provides treatment for sexually transmitted diseases to minors without a parent's or guardian's consent

Provides treatment for sexually transmitted diseases to minors without a parent's or guardian's consent; provides definition for health care practitioner.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes parental consent barrier for minors seeking STD treatment, directly improving access to healthcare services per indicators.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 8541: Requires medical assistance to include medical care, services or supplies to monitor blood pressure that have been validated for accuracy and are furnished without prior authorization to eligible pregnant women

Requires medical assistance to include medical care, services or supplies to monitor blood pressure that have been validated for accuracy and are furnished without prior authorization to eligible pregnant women.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates inclusion of validated blood pressure monitoring for pregnant women in medical assistance without prior authorization, expanding coverage and improving access to prenatal care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1266: Establishes the incontinence supplies insurance program for Medicaid beneficiaries

Establishes the incontinence supplies insurance program for Medicaid beneficiaries who are also residents of the state of New York and obtain a note from a physician indicating a need for an item.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage to include incontinence supplies, improving access to necessary medical items for beneficiaries.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2111: Requires suicide prevention hotline centers to meet certain requirements for individuals who are in the perinatal period

This bill (A 2111) amends New York's mental hygiene law to require suicide prevention hotline centers to provide culturally competent care specifically for individuals in the perinatal period (the time surrounding pregnancy and childbirth). It adds "individuals currently in the perinatal period" to a list of protected populations that hotlines must serve, alongside groups like veterans, people of color, and those experiencing homelessness. The key mechanism is expanding existing requirements for training and policies to ensure hotlines meet the needs of perinatal individuals. This policy change directly affects New York's designated suicide prevention hotline centers by mandating specific service standards for this population.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates culturally competent suicide hotline care for perinatal individuals, expanding mental health access for a vulnerable group within healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1113: Provides for loan forgiveness for social workers

Provides for loan forgiveness for social workers who commit to work in counties with less than two hundred thousand population, or towns which have a population of less than one hundred fifty persons per square mile for the duration of the award.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides loan forgiveness for social workers in underserved areas, expanding mental health workforce access and supporting healthcare delivery in rural communities.85% confidence

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