Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6106: Relates to the coverage of air ambulance services in the child health plus program

This bill adds air ambulance services to the list of covered benefits under New York's Child Health Plus program. It directly affects children enrolled in Child Health Plus who require emergency air transportation for medical care. The key provision amends the Public Health Law to explicitly include air ambulance services alongside other covered treatments like hospital care, emergency room visits, and mental health services. This change ensures families using the program won't face unexpected costs for medically necessary air ambulance transport.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAdds air ambulance services to Child Health Plus coverage, expanding access to emergency medical transport for enrolled children without unexpected costs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Hospitals Public Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7175: Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization to include three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers; includes coverage under individual policies

Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization; includes coverage under individual policies; provides coverage for three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands insurance coverage for IVF procedures, increasing patient access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 6334: Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing

Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing, including direct support staff to nurses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands nursing practice scope to include direct support staff, enhancing service delivery and patient access within healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7249: Requires insurance companies to issue joint checks for payment to an insured and a health care provider in certain circumstances

This bill requires insurance companies covered under New York's Insurance Law to issue joint checks payable to both the insured patient and their healthcare provider when paying for out-of-network services. The check must clearly list both names (e.g., "John Smith and ABC Medical Group") to ensure direct payment to the provider for services rendered. It directly affects insured patients receiving out-of-network care and healthcare providers who treat them, changing the payment method from issuing checks solely to the insured. The law applies immediately upon enactment and does not alter coverage amounts or eligibility.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires direct payment to providers for out-of-network care, reducing patient financial burden and improving access to healthcare services.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 17, 2026

A 2064: Authorizes an expedited application review process for certain health care professionals licensed to practice in other jurisdictions to practice in this state in connection with Double H Ranch

Authorizes an expedited application review process for certain health care professionals licensed to practice in other jurisdictions to practice in this state in connection with Double H Ranch; provides such application fee shall be waived.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareWaives fees and expedites licensure for healthcare professionals, improving access to care at Double H Ranch per bill summary.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5123: Requires genetic testing results only be received by patients and health care providers providing direct care while health insurance companies only receive a record that the genetic testing was performed

Requires genetic testing results only be received by patients and health care providers providing direct care while health insurance companies only receive a record that the genetic testing was performed; provides insurers cannot require access to genetic testing results and cannot take adverse action against someone for not providing genetic testing results.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects patient genetic privacy by restricting insurer access to test results, preventing discrimination and aligning with patient rights in healthcare.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects genetic data privacy by restricting insurer access to detailed results, aligning with data privacy protections in technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 2046: Establishes the mental health educational opportunity program and the mental health higher educational opportunity program

Establishes the mental health educational opportunity program and the mental health higher educational opportunity program to provide additional educational opportunities for students at certain universities and colleges in the state to enroll in academic programs that lead to a degree or degrees required for licensure in any of the mental health professions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates mental health degree programs at universities to expand educational access and workforce preparation in higher education, directly advancing educational opportunity.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mental health education programs to train professionals, directly supporting workforce development for mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1667: Relates to establishing an office of antibiotic resistance control and to establishing the antibiotics education fund

Relates to establishing an office of antibiotic-resistance control; establishes the antibiotics education fund; includes methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and other antibiotic-resistant infections in the definition of airborne infectious disease.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates office and fund for antibiotic resistance control and education, directly funding public health initiatives to address critical healthcare threats like MRSA.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 1269: Relates to the use of airway clearance devices in schools

This bill requires schools to develop policies for using FDA-registered airway clearance devices (portable medical tools for choking emergencies) and mandates training for school nurses and designated staff on their use. It allows school boards to reimburse training costs and protects schools from liability when volunteers provide emergency care using these devices, except as specified in public health law. The law directly affects all schools operating these devices, ensuring staff are trained and reducing legal barriers to emergency response. It takes effect 180 days after enactment, with rules needed for implementation before that date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates training for school staff on FDA-registered airway clearance devices for choking emergencies, improving emergency response access in schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5352: Requires notification by a prescriber or pharmacist of the substitution of one generic drug product for another generic drug product

Requires notification by a prescriber or pharmacist of the substitution of one generic drug product for another generic drug product; requires both oral and written notification.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires prescriber/pharmacist notification for generic drug substitutions, protecting patient rights and treatment transparency in medication management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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