Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3987: Requires hospitals which offer medical residency training to provide certain obstetric-gynecology training

Provides that hospitals which offer medical residency training in obstetrics, gynecology, internal medicine, women's health and osteopathy shall provide training which follows the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education or the American Osteopathic Association special requirements for obstetrics-gynecology; provides for experience with induced abortions and complications thereto except where residency program has a religious, moral or legal restriction which prohibits residents from performing abortions within the institution.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates OB-GYN residency training standards to improve provider competency and access to specialized care, aligning with healthcare quality and patient access indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5337: Relates to the application of certain provisions relating to the operating component of rates of payment made by governmental agencies for certain services

Relates to the application of certain provisions relating to the operating component of rates of payment made by governmental agencies for facilities that provide extensive nursing, medical, psychological and counseling support services solely to children.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill sets payment rates for facilities providing medical/psychological services to children, ensuring funding for essential healthcare services rather than restricting or defunding them.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8427: Relates to children's behavioral health outpatient rates

Increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain behavioral health services provided to individuals under the age of twenty-one; directs that funds in the healthcare stability fund can be used for the funding of children's behavioral health outpatient rate increases.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases Medicaid reimbursement rates for youth behavioral health services using healthcare stability fund, directly allocating state funds to expand public health coverage.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicaid reimbursement rates for children's behavioral health services, directing funds to expand access and funding for mental health care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8341: Establishes a temporary practice authorization program for certain medical professionals to practice in underserved areas

Establishes a temporary practice authorization program for physicians, registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to practice in underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates temporary authorization for medical professionals to practice in underserved areas, directly improving patient access to healthcare services in shortage regions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7292: Directs a health maintenance organization which denies a claim due to absence of medical necessity to advise insured as to alternative treatment

Directs a health maintenance organization which denies a claim due to absence of medical necessity to inform the insured as to preferred alternative treatment, or provide the insured with a statement as to the past ineffectiveness of the requested procedure or treatment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires HMOs to inform patients of alternative treatments when denying claims, protecting patient rights and improving access to care.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4933: Adopts the PA licensure compact

Adopts the PA licensure compact to enhance the portability of a physician assistant license between participating states while safeguarding the safety of patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnhances physician assistant license portability across states, improving access to healthcare services while safeguarding patient safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5700: Relates to limiting exemptions from immunizations; repealer

Limits exemptions from immunization requirements by local governments and private entities to medical exemptions; repeals religious exemptions for certain post-secondary students.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareLimits non-medical vaccine exemptions, strengthening public health requirements to increase immunization rates and reduce preventable disease outbreaks.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7311: Requires certain health insurance policies and contracts to provide coverage for human leukocyte antigen testing for use in tissue typing for bone marrow testing

Requires certain health insurance policies and contracts to provide coverage for human leukocyte antigen testing, also referred to as histocompatible locus antigen testing, for A, B, and DR antigens, for utilization in tissue typing for bone marrow testing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for HLA testing in bone marrow transplants, expanding patient access to necessary medical procedures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3346: Establishes a health care disparities data collection system

This bill establishes a state-mandated health care disparities data collection system under New York's Public Health Law. It requires health insurers and healthcare entities (like hospitals and nursing homes) to annually collect and submit data on health outcomes related to race, ethnicity, sex, primary language, disability status, and sexual orientation. The collected data will be compiled into an annual consumer guide, integrated with existing health plan shopping guides, to help individuals compare how well health plans address disparities. The guide must present data clearly and facilitate public access to this information at no cost.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires data collection on health disparities to inform equity efforts, advancing healthcare access for marginalized groups.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 488: Enacts the manufacturer disclosure and transparency act

Enacts the manufacturer disclosure and transparency act requiring prescription drug manufacturers to notify the attorney general of arrangements between pharmaceutical manufacturers resulting in the delay of the introduction of generic medications.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires disclosure of drug manufacturer arrangements delaying generics, aiming to lower drug costs and improve patient access to affordable medications.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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