Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11096: Establishes an assisted living program reimbursement program to provide enhanced Medicaid reimbursement to qualifying assisted living programs

Establishes an assisted living program reimbursement program to provide enhanced Medicaid reimbursement to qualifying assisted living programs; requires at least 70% of such assisted living facility's staff to voluntarily self-identify as Black, Hispanic, or Asian; increases the capitated rates of payment from 31% to 50% over a period of five years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for assisted living, directly funding and strengthening healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9701: Enacts the rapid engagement initiative act

Establishes a program to provide immediate assistance to persons to whom an appearance ticket has been issued in order to address the critical needs of such persons for housing, medical treatment, legal representation, and other requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides immediate assistance for housing, medical care, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, directly addressing critical needs to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides immediate medical treatment assistance to individuals with appearance tickets, directly improving patient access to healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides immediate assistance for housing needs to individuals with appearance tickets, directly addressing critical housing gaps.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides immediate assistance including housing, medical treatment, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, indicating support for immigrant services and integration.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10794: Establishes the hospice and palliative care workgroup

Establishes the hospice and palliative care workgroup to study and issue recommendations related to the state of affairs of hospice and palliative care services offered in New York state, utilization metrics of hospice and palliative care services, and effectiveness and accessibility of home hospice and palliative care services; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a workgroup to improve hospice and palliative care services, enhancing patient access and care quality.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 6, 2026

S 9803: Relates to prohibiting discrimination against a person based upon weight

Relates to prohibiting discrimination against a person based upon weight; excepts where deviation may pose a threat to the individual, other patrons, or the general public.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibiting weight-based discrimination protects patient rights and improves access to healthcare services, aligning with support indicators.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prohibits weight-based discrimination, protecting workers' rights and expanding employment standards.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11062: Relates to capital upgrades to certain residential health care facilities

Ensures that publicly-sponsored residential health care facilities and facilities that receive grants under the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation program are not subject to outdated total project cost caps or excessive project equity requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes outdated cost caps and equity requirements for health facilities, facilitating necessary capital upgrades and strengthening infrastructure.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11111: Directs the department of health to conduct a study of recreational activity programming in nursing homes

Directs the department of health to conduct a study and prepare a report of recreational activity programming in nursing homes examining the accessibility and inclusivity of programming, including accommodations for residents with physical or cognitive impairments, availability of multilingual services, transportation for off-site programming, and scheduling considerations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates a study to improve recreational programming accessibility and inclusivity in nursing homes, enhancing patient care and quality of life.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 10953: Directs the department of health to collect certain data from relevant entities regarding calls and dispatches for emergency medical services

Directs the department of health to collect certain data from relevant entities, and designated public safety answering points to receive 911 service calls, regarding calls and dispatches for emergency medical services; establishes reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates data collection on EMS calls and provider quality, aiming to improve emergency medical services and oversight.85% confidence

Tags Public Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10765: Prohibits adverse employment action where an employee renders first aid or emergency treatment

Prohibits adverse employment action where an employee renders first aid or emergency treatment unless it is established that such employee was grossly negligent in providing such first aid or emergency treatment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects healthcare workers from retaliation when providing first aid, ensuring safe access to emergency care.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill protects workers from retaliation when providing first aid, strengthening workplace safety and employee rights.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10791: Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons

Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons for the purpose of increasing the number of mental health professionals rendering mental health services in correctional institutions; provides for eligibility and priority; provides for awards in the amount of $2,000; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds mental health services in correctional institutions, enhancing rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a loan forgiveness program to recruit mental health professionals for jails and prisons, directly expanding access to mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 10008: Requires examination and reporting on cost reports from licensed home care service agencies

This bill directs the Medicaid inspector general to review financial reports from licensed home care service agencies and submit findings to the legislature by December 1, 2027. The review will analyze specific cost categories such as wages, overhead, training, technology, and administrative expenses, while also comparing data across different regions and provider types. The legislation takes effect 30 days after becoming law and aims to increase transparency regarding how these agencies manage their finances.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates examination and reporting on home care cost reports to improve oversight and efficiency in Medicaid services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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