Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4474: Permits certain nurses to perform medication related tasks provided by a certified medication aide

This bill (A 4474) allows certified medication aides to administer certain routine medications under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) in New York nursing homes. It permits tasks like giving pre-filled oral medications but prohibits injections (except for insulin, diabetes care, epinephrine, or naloxone) and central line maintenance. Certified medication aides must meet strict qualifications (training, experience, competency tests) and can only perform tasks assigned by an RN, who retains full oversight and documentation responsibility. The law directly affects nursing home staff (certified medication aides and RNs) and residents receiving medication care in licensed facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePermits certified medication aides to administer routine medications under RN supervision, improving medication access and efficiency in nursing homes without restricting patient care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 25, 2026

A 8779: Restricts the use of automatic license plate reader information

Prohibits automatic license plate reader users from selling, sharing, allowing access to, or transferring automatic license plate reader information to any state or local jurisdiction for the purpose of investigating or enforcing a law that denies or interferes with a person's right to choose or obtain reproductive health care services or any lawful health care services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement data use to protect reproductive health care access, aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice oversight.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly protects reproductive health care access by prohibiting license plate data use to enforce laws interfering with such services, aligning with healthcare rights protection.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts sharing of ALPR data to protect privacy in reproductive health care context, directly advancing data privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 5882: Relates to payments by a pharmacy benefit manager to participating pharmacies

Requires a pharmacy benefit manager to pay a participating pharmacy at minimum at the national average drug acquisition cost (NADAC) rate, or at the pharmacy acquisition cost rate if greater or there is not a NADAC rate, plus a professional dispensing fee that is at minimum the professional dispensing fee paid under the state medical assistance program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires fair pharmacy payments via minimum NADAC rates, preventing underpayment that could limit pharmacy access and services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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signed · New York · Assembly Nov 21, 2025

A 128: Requires insurance coverage for inhalers at no cost

This bill requires most health insurance plans in New York to cover one rescue inhaler and one maintenance inhaler for asthma treatment at no cost to the patient. It applies to all medical, major medical, and comprehensive health insurance policies that cover prescription drugs, directly affecting asthma patients who rely on these medications. Insurers must provide this coverage without deductibles, copayments, or other cost-sharing, with a narrow exception only for high-deductible plans that would otherwise disqualify patients from health savings accounts. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, for all new or renewed policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for asthma inhalers, removing financial barriers and improving patient access to essential medications under insurance coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

failed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 9254: Enacts the Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Act

Enacts the Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Act directing the governor to invite the governors of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania to participate in a Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Summit along with their respective health and insurance regulators, to discuss the feasibility of creating a Regional Health Insurance Collaborative that allows residents of participating states to purchase qualified health insurance plans offered in any member state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill proposes regional insurance collaborative to expand access to qualified health insurance across states, indicating intent to strengthen coverage options and improve patient access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8172: Relates to establishing timeframes for the payment of claims to hospitals

Bill A 8172 establishes new timeframes and processes for insurers to pay claims submitted by hospitals. It requires insurers to pay hospital claims at the contracted rate as billed, regardless of their own medical necessity or administrative policies, before any review. After payment, insurers can request a post-payment review for a limited percentage of claims by a joint committee composed of medical professionals from both the insurer and the hospital. If this committee cannot agree on the medical necessity of the services, an independent third-party review agent will make a binding determination, and hospitals must refund payments for services found not medically necessary.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires insurers to pay hospital claims at contracted rates promptly, preventing delays that disrupt care. Ensures timely reimbursement, supporting hospital financial stability and patient access to services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1250: Establishes a list of grantees for certain appropriations for the 2025-26 state fiscal year

This Senate Resolution (R 1250) establishes specific grant allocations for the 2025-26 state fiscal year, directly affecting community organizations providing services in elder guardianship, transgender/non-binary wellness, LGBT health, school health centers, sickle cell care, and veterans' mental health. It requires the Senate to approve a plan listing grantees and funding amounts (e.g., $640,000 to Project Guardianship Inc., $75,000 to University of Rochester's Gender Wellness Program) before funds can be expended. The resolution mandates that all allocations follow a Senate-approved process requiring majority vote on a roll call. It does not create new policy but formalizes existing funding disbursement for designated programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific state funds ($640k, $75k) to community organizations for essential public services including elder care and LGBT health, directly advancing budget appropriations for these programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds school health centers and university wellness programs, directly supporting student health services within educational settings per grant allocations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates funds to LGBT health, veterans' mental health, sickle cell care, and school health centers - directly advancing healthcare services through specific grant funding.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExplicitly allocates funds for veterans' mental health services in grant allocations, directly advancing veteran healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 762: Requires all colleges with onsite housing to provide and maintain opioid antagonists

This bill requires all New York colleges with on-campus housing to provide and maintain opioid antagonists (medications like naloxone) for emergency use. It mandates that resident assistants receive training on administering these medications and that supplies be accessible in all college-owned housing buildings. The policy directly affects colleges, resident assistants, and students/staff who may experience an opioid overdose on campus. It specifies that colleges must stock sufficient quantities approved by the health commissioner, ensuring immediate access during emergencies without requiring prior history of opioid use.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires opioid antagonists (naloxone) in college housing for overdose emergencies, improving access to life-saving treatment and aligning with public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 437: Requires a weekly update of the prescription drug retail price list

This bill requires New York's Department of Health to maintain a public online database showing pharmacy prices for the 150 most commonly prescribed drugs. Pharmacies participating in the state's medical assistance program must submit their actual retail prices for these drugs weekly through existing data systems or electronically if needed. The database must update prices at least once a week, providing consumers with current, transparent pricing information for common medications. This directly affects participating pharmacies and benefits consumers by making prescription drug costs more visible.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires transparent drug pricing database to improve consumer access to medication costs, directly supporting healthcare transparency and patient decision-making.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 4, 2025

S 7110: Relates to establishing a remote maternal health services pilot program for Medicaid recipients

Relates to establishing a remote maternal health services pilot program for Medicaid recipients; provides that such program shall be established during fiscal years 2025-2026, 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 to provide: remote maternal health services to eligible Medicaid recipients, medically necessary remote maternal health services to such eligible recipients for up to 12 months postpartum and payment to healthcare providers who provide remote maternal health services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for Medicaid provider payments to establish a maternal health pilot program, directly advancing public health spending within state budget framework.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage for remote maternal health services, including 12-month postpartum care, and funds provider payments to improve access and strengthen maternal healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Women's Health

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