Healthcare

failed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 4303: Relates to requiring health care facilities to report incidents of a sexual offense to the departments of both health and education

This bill, known as "Clara's Law," requires hospitals and approved healthcare facilities to report all separate allegations of sexual offenses committed by licensed healthcare practitioners against patients to both the state Department of Health and Department of Education within 30 days. It directly affects healthcare facilities, licensed practitioners (including those under Education Law Title 8), and the state departments responsible for oversight. The law mandates written reports containing specific details like the practitioner's license information, the nature of the incident, any criminal conviction, and the facility's actions taken. These reports aim to ensure both departments can monitor and address potential misconduct involving patient safety.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates reporting of healthcare practitioner sexual offenses to protect patient safety and enhance accountability in healthcare facilities.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6603: Creates the lupus research enhancement program and the lupus research enhancement fund

This bill creates a state-funded program and dedicated fund to support research on lupus, an autoimmune disease affecting approximately 1.5 million Americans - disproportionately women of color and those facing health disparities. It provides grants to state academic medical institutions for lupus research, including causes, diagnosis, and treatments, through a competitive peer review process modeled after federal standards. A new advisory council, composed of lupus patients, medical experts, and health professionals, will oversee the program and prioritize research addressing health inequities. The initiative aims to accelerate scientific progress toward better lupus care and outcomes, reducing the current gap in treatment options and diagnostic delays.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state-funded lupus research program with dedicated fund, allocating budget resources for health research addressing disparities.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates state-funded lupus research program with dedicated grants, addressing health disparities through medical research funding.95% confidence

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passed both · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 634: Requires certain health insurance policies to provide coverage for diabetes and prediabetes screening

This bill requires most health insurance policies in New York to cover diabetes and prediabetes screening at no cost to the patient. It applies to policies covering physician services or major medical coverage, mandating that insurers include screening per national evidence-based guidelines without deductibles, copays, or other cost-sharing. The law affects health insurance companies and their policyholders who need preventive diabetes screening. Coverage must be provided free of charge for all qualifying policies issued or renewed after the effective date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost diabetes/prediabetes screening coverage, expanding access and removing financial barriers under insurance policies95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 3323: Enacts the "Eli Parker Levitt Law"

This bill requires health insurance policies in New York to cover medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy when recommended by evidence-based clinical guidelines from independent medical organizations. It amends three sections of the state insurance law to mandate this coverage for pregnancy-related care, applying to all new or renewed policies starting January 1, 2027. The law directly affects insurance companies (by requiring coverage) and pregnant individuals (by ensuring access to this specific diagnostic service when clinically indicated). Coverage is limited to cases where such ultrasounds are deemed medically necessary per nationally recognized, transparent clinical guidelines.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy, expanding access to essential prenatal care and aligning with evidence-based clinical guidelines.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 5340: Allows medical assistants to administer vaccines

This bill allows medical assistants in outpatient clinics to draw and administer vaccines under direct supervision by a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. It specifically permits this for vaccines recommended by federal health authorities (like the CDC), requiring medical assistants to complete required training and receive adequate oversight. The law directly affects medical assistants, clinics, and healthcare providers who administer routine vaccines, expanding their scope of practice for vaccination tasks. Key provisions include mandatory federal vaccine recommendations, required training, and supervision requirements to ensure patient safety. The bill does not change vaccine types or eligibility but modifies who can legally administer them in office settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands vaccine administration scope to medical assistants under supervision, increasing access to routine immunizations without restricting services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Public Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4730: Prohibits state contracts with contractors who do not provide health insurance which covers services for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive people

Prohibits state contracts with contractors who do not provide health insurance which covers services for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive people.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates health insurance coverage for transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive services, expanding access and protecting patient rights under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5118: Requires public hospitals to establish auto-immune disease treatment centers

Requires public hospitals to establish auto-immune disease treatment centers; authorizes the commissioner of health, with the assistance of the office of health equity, to make funds available to public hospitals for such purpose.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates public hospitals to establish autoimmune treatment centers with authorized funding, expanding specialized healthcare access and strengthening public health programs.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9078: Establishes a task force focused on preventive care in the event federal standards are changed or revoked

Establishes a task force focused on preventive care in the event federal standards are changed or revoked; establishes the terms, pay and makeup of such taskforce.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes task force to maintain preventive care access if federal standards change, supporting healthcare continuity and prevention efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6087: Requires health insurance policies to fully cover multi-marker testing related to certain patients

Requires health insurance policies to fully cover multi-marker testing related to ovarian cancer to patients which have been diagnosed with an ovarian adnexal mass.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates full insurance coverage for ovarian cancer testing, expanding patient access and reducing out-of-pocket costs for a critical diagnostic service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4400: Relates to a moratorium on new licensed home care service agency approvals

This bill (S 4400) removes requirements that new home care agencies must prove "public need" and "financial feasibility" to receive state licensure. It directly affects small, locally operated home care service agencies (LHCSAs) by simplifying their approval process. The bill also adds public hearing requirements for managed care plans before limiting contracts with LHCSAs. These changes reverse provisions from the 2018-19 budget that restricted new agency approvals and contracting. The policy shift aims to support small home care businesses providing essential in-home services for seniors.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves licensing barriers for home care agencies, reversing 2018 restrictions to improve access for small providers. Directly supports expanded home care services and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medical Licensing

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