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

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9196: Relates to prohibiting the establishment of new for-profit hospices

This bill prohibits new for-profit hospices from being established or incorporated and bans any capacity increases for existing for-profit hospices. It directly affects for-profit hospice care providers and future hospice developers by blocking new entries into the for-profit hospice market and preventing expansion of current for-profit facilities. The key provision, added to public health law, bans all approvals for for-profit hospice operations or capacity expansions effective immediately. This applies to all new applications and existing facilities operating under a for-profit model. The law takes effect as soon as signed, with no grace period for compliance.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits new for-profit hospices and bans capacity expansions, restricting market entry for for-profit hospice providers and limiting patient access options in hospice care services.95% confidence

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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

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 12, 2026

A 10122: Relates to prohibiting the establishment of new for-profit hospices

This bill prohibits the approval of new for-profit hospices or any expansion of capacity for existing for-profit hospices. It directly affects for-profit hospice providers by blocking new facility approvals and preventing capacity increases for current for-profit operations. The key mechanism requires health authorities to deny all applications for new for-profit hospice establishments or capacity expansions under the public health law. The law takes immediate effect upon enactment, applying to all approvals after that date.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits new for-profit hospices and expansions, restricting provider options and limiting access to hospice services under healthcare policy.95% 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

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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

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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

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