Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9638: Relates to payment for rapid whole genome sequencing

Directs the commissioner of social services to authorize the payment of medical assistance funds for rapid whole genome sequencing for persons under twenty-one years of age under certain medical circumstances.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes payment for rapid whole genome sequencing for minors under medical circumstances, expanding healthcare access and funding for advanced medical services.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9566: Relates to disability benefits for certain individuals employed by the Nassau county police department

Provides a performance of duty presumption for diseases of the heart for members who serve as an ambulance medical technician, ambulance medical coordinator, ambulance medical technician/supervisor or a member who performs ambulance medical technician related services, or a police medic, police medic coordinator, police medic supervisor, bureau director police emergency ambulance services - county, assistant bureau director police emergency ambulance services - county, or a member who performs police medic or police emergency ambulance related services and is employed in the Nassau county police department.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes disability benefits presumption for healthcare-related roles, protecting medical personnel and supporting their health coverage.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands disability benefits for police medical personnel, strengthening worker protections and benefits for specific law enforcement roles.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10403: Relates to a nursing facility transition and diversion Medicaid waiting list

Authorizes the commissioner of health to establish nursing facility transition and diversion Medicaid waiting lists per designated waiver region, once the federally approved capacity for the waiver is reached.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes Medicaid waiting lists for nursing facility transitions, improving access to healthcare services and supporting patient care infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 9589: Relates to coverage for New Yorkers losing insurance due to the implementation of HR 1

This bill creates a state premium assistance program in New York to provide health insurance coverage to individuals who lose coverage due to changes in federal immigration policies. It directly affects lawfully present immigrants who currently qualify for federal subsidies but may become ineligible due to their immigration status. The program would offer financial assistance equivalent to federal premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions based on household income, starting no later than January 1, 2027. Additionally, the bill expands eligibility for existing coverage to include certain low-income residents regardless of federal funding availability, with special provisions for pregnant individuals and their children.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state premium assistance program providing financial aid to individuals losing insurance, directly funding health coverage through state resources.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates state premium assistance program to provide health insurance coverage to individuals losing coverage due to federal immigration policy changes, directly expanding health coverage access.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides health insurance assistance to lawfully present immigrants losing coverage due to federal immigration policy changes, protecting immigrant access to essential services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

K 1108: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the State of New York

This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially designate April 2026 as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the state. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about organ and tissue donation and to encourage New Yorkers to register with the New York State Donate Life Registry. It formally recognizes the importance of donation in saving lives and thanks medical professionals, advocates, and donors for their contributions. The measure does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to highlight the ongoing need for organ and tissue donors.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes organ and tissue donation awareness, encouraging registration and thanking medical professionals, which strengthens healthcare outcomes and patient access to transplants.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 13, 2026

S 9464: Relates to rates of payment for adult day health care services

This bill updates how payment rates are calculated for adult day health care services provided by residential health care facilities in New York State. It establishes different payment formulas based on whether a program has historically maintained at least 90% occupancy and sets a new standard rate of 65% of the facility's inpatient rate effective April 1, 2026, with minimum floor amounts in certain counties. The legislation also removes transportation costs from the operating component of payment rates starting January 1, 2008, and requires facilities to submit individual budgets for each program they operate. These changes directly affect residential health care facilities that sponsor adult day health care programs and the state agencies responsible for administering payment rates.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill updates payment rates for adult day health care services, establishing new standards and minimum floor amounts to ensure adequate funding for these programs.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 2, 2026

A 10369: Makes provisions permanent relating to disability due to disease or malfunction of the heart or coronary arteries

This bill makes permanent provisions regarding disability benefits for volunteer firefighters who suffer injuries due to heart disease or coronary artery malfunction. It amends existing laws to ensure these disability provisions remain in effect through June 30, 2030, rather than expiring on their current date. The changes apply only to cases where the injury causing disability occurred on or after the bill's effective date, which is July 1st of the year it becomes law. This legislation directly affects volunteer firefighters and the organizations that administer their benefit programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends disability benefits for volunteer firefighters with heart conditions, protecting healthcare access and financial security for injured medical personnel.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands disability benefits for volunteer firefighters, protecting worker rights and benefits for injured workers.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10569: Establishes a demonstration program for pediatric palliative care centers

Enacts the "pediatric palliative care center act" to establish a demonstration program for pediatric palliative care centers for up to five not-for-profits to provide palliative care to individuals who are under twenty-one years of age, have been diagnosed with a chronic, complex, life-threatening illness that is expected to shorten their life expectancy, and is not expected to survive past twenty-one years of age; authorizes the establishment or approval of a rate methodology.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes pediatric palliative care centers to improve access to specialized care for children with life-threatening illnesses, directly advancing healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 5, 2026

K 1003: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 19, 2026, as Cholangiocarcinoma Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize February 19, 2026, as Cholangiocarcinoma Day in the state. It directly affects patients, caregivers, and advocacy groups dealing with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and deadly form of cancer. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about the disease and support related research efforts. By designating this specific date, the bill aligns New York with the global observance of World Cholangiocarcinoma Day.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises awareness for cholangiocarcinoma, supporting patient advocacy and research efforts related to healthcare.75% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2026

J 1767: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Trauma-Informed Care Month in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 2026 as Trauma-Informed Care Month. The resolution highlights how traumatic experiences and adverse childhood experiences impact public health and calls for greater awareness of trauma-informed approaches in government programs and communities. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition to promote understanding of trauma's effects and encourage state agencies to collaborate on implementing trauma-informed care principles. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing on awareness rather than policy changes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes trauma-informed care awareness in healthcare and government programs, supporting mental health and public health initiatives through symbolic recognition and collaboration encouragement.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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