Healthcare (Public Health)

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10186: Enacts the "public health resilience, early-warning, and planning (PREP) act"

Enacts the "public health resilience, early-warning, and planning (PREP) act"; requires the commissioner of health to establish and maintain within the department a public health resilience, early-warning, and planning framework to identify, assess, and prepare for public health threats that may affect the residents of the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates public health framework to prepare for health threats, directly strengthening public health programs under healthcare topic95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10299: Allows individuals to register in the donate life registry through personal income tax filings

This bill (A10299) adds personal income tax filings as a new method for New York residents to register for organ, eye, and tissue donation through the Donate Life Registry. It requires tax forms subject to mandatory electronic filing to include a clear checkbox asking: "Would you like to be added to the Donate Life Registry? Check box for 'yes' or 'skip this question'." This expands existing registration options - like driver's license applications and health insurance forms - to include tax documents. The policy change directly affects all New York residents who file taxes electronically, making donation registration more accessible during routine tax submissions. The bill amends Public Health Law Section 4310 to formalize this process.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands public health program access by adding tax form registration for Donate Life Registry, increasing organ donation participation through streamlined enrollment.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 27, 2026

J 1679: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2026 as Kidney Month in the State of New York

This resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to designate March 2026 as Kidney Month in New York State. It recognizes chronic kidney disease (CKD) as a significant public health issue affecting over 2.2 million New Yorkers, with many unaware of their condition due to late-stage symptoms. The resolution aligns with existing National Kidney Month observances in March and World Kidney Day on March 12. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or programs but aims to raise awareness about CKD prevention and early detection.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareResolution raises awareness about chronic kidney disease as a public health issue, aligning with health awareness initiatives without creating new programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10209: Establishes the office of global public health and international cooperation within the department of health

Establishes the office of global public health and international cooperation within the department of health to coordinate cooperation with international public health institutions for purposes related to public health; requires such office to submit an annual global health risk and preparedness report to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly and the chairs of the senate and assembly health committees.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates dedicated office for global health coordination and reporting, strengthening public health infrastructure and preparedness90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 23, 2026

S 8751: Establishes a commission to study authorizing New York state-funded health services for eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities residing part-time in the Dominican Republic

Enacts the New York-Dominican health partnership act; establishes a commission to study and develop a framework for authorizing New York state-funded health services for eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities residing part-time in the Dominican Republic through a pilot partnership with the Seguro Nacional de Salud (SeNaSa), the primary public health insurer of the Dominican Republic and explores overall bilateral health collaboration between the state of New York and the Dominican Republic.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes commission to study state-funded health services for NY seniors/disabled in DR via SeNaSa partnership, aiming to expand coverage access through bilateral health collaboration.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 9045: Enacts the "public health resilience, early-warning, and planning (PREP) act"

Enacts the "public health resilience, early-warning, and planning (PREP) act"; requires the commissioner of health to establish and maintain within the department a public health resilience, early-warning, and planning framework to identify, assess, and prepare for public health threats that may affect the residents of the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates public health threat preparedness framework, strengthening state public health infrastructure and response capabilities per PREP Act requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10045: Establishes an awareness campaign on the use of hormone replacement therapy in treating the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause

This bill requires New York's public health agency to create an awareness campaign about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms. The campaign must provide clear, evidence-based information on HRT types, benefits, risks, side effects, and current medical guidelines. It directly affects people experiencing perimenopause or menopause by improving access to accurate health information. The law mandates that campaign materials cover symptom management, health risks, and treatment options as specified in the public health code.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates evidence-based HRT awareness campaign to improve patient access to accurate health information, aligning with healthcare access support indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8841: Allows individuals to register in the donate life registry through personal income tax filings

S 8841 adds mandatory electronic personal income tax filings as a new method for New Yorkers to register for the Donate Life Registry, which facilitates organ, eye, and tissue donation. It requires tax forms subject to electronic filing to include a clear, conspicuous question asking: "Would you like to be added to the Donate Life Registry? Check box for 'yes' or 'skip this question'." This change directly affects all New York residents who file taxes electronically, making organ donation registration part of routine tax processing. The bill updates existing public health law provisions to include tax filings alongside other registration methods like driver's licenses and health insurance applications.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill facilitates organ donation registration via tax filings, increasing donor registry participation and supporting public health initiatives in healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 8853: Relates to vaccines and immunizations of children

Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates school-required vaccines for K-12 attendance, ensuring student health and preventing disruptions to educational access as standard school policy.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates childhood vaccines per medical guidelines, advancing public health prevention standards and aligning with major medical organizations' recommendations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Children's Health Public Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 28, 2026

S 8801: Permits local health officials to request copies of certain reports and records

This bill (S 8801) allows local health officials to request autopsy and toxicology reports related to deaths for public health purposes. It directly affects local health officials and coroners/medical examiners, who must provide these records within strict timeframes: 3 business days for deaths within the official's district, or up to 7 days for out-of-district requests involving residents. The bill specifies that requests are valid when a death occurs within the district or when a resident had a related injury, treatment, or was found deceased in the district. Officials must maintain logs for out-of-district requests and provide written requests to the relevant health official within 3 business days. The policy change streamlines access to death-related data for public health monitoring without altering death certification processes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables public health data access for officials, strengthening disease surveillance and response efforts through mandated report sharing for public health purposes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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