Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9407: Relates to not requiring prior authorization for certain cancer treatments

Relates to not requiring a prior authorization determination for certain categories of cancer treatments based on National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves prior authorization barriers for cancer treatments per NCCN Guidelines, improving patient access to care without bureaucratic delays.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9359: Increases the maximum amount of individual awards for the physician loan repayment program and physician practice support program

Increases the maximum amount of individual awards for the physician loan repayment program and physician practice support program to encourage physicians to practice in underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for physician loan repayment/practice support to expand access in underserved areas, directly advancing healthcare access and provider availability.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9327: Relates to certain crisis responders using a green light

This bill allows trained crisis responders assisting veterans and first responders during mental health emergencies (such as suicidal ideation or substance-related crises) to display a green flashing light on their vehicles. It specifically authorizes veterans, first responders, or certified peer specialists affiliated with approved crisis programs to use this light while responding to emergencies involving veterans or first responders. The green light is intended solely to increase visibility and request driver courtesy - **not** to grant special right-of-way privileges - and must comply with existing emergency vehicle lighting rules. The law applies to vehicles used by crisis responders during active mental health or suicide-prevention emergencies involving the targeted groups.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables visible crisis response for mental health emergencies, improving access to timely care for veterans and first responders during crises like suicidal ideation.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes green light for crisis responders aiding veterans during mental health emergencies, enhancing visibility and access to care for veterans in crisis situations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5253: Establishes the "Vets to Vollies" program

Establishes the "Vets to Vollies" program which encourages veterans or discharged military personnel to join their local fire department and emergency medical service agency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEncourages veterans to join emergency medical services (EMS), directly supporting healthcare workforce development for a critical health service component.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates 'Vets to Vollies' program to encourage veterans' employment in fire/EMS services, directly advancing veteran workforce integration and employment opportunities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment

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signed · New York · Senate Apr 1, 2025

S 7070: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2025 through April 3, 2025

This bill provides emergency funding to keep New York state government operating during a critical budget gap from April 1-3, 2025. It allocates $279.9 million for state employee payrolls (including March 2025 back pay), $10 million for essential operational costs, and $1.1 billion for Medicaid programs. The funding ensures continuity for state services, payroll, and Medicaid payments while awaiting the regular 2025-2026 budget. It was enacted rapidly and signed into law on April 1, 2025, to prevent a government shutdown.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $279.9M for payroll/Medicaid and $10M for operations to maintain essential services during budget gap, directly funding critical state functions per emergency appropriation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $1.1B specifically for Medicaid programs, directly increasing healthcare funding for public health coverage.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAllocates $279.9M for state employee payrolls including March 2025 back pay, directly supporting workers' wages and employment continuity during a budget gap.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Employees

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4376: Provides family leave in the event of a stillbirth or miscarriage

This bill expands New York's paid family leave program to include up to four weeks of paid leave for employees experiencing a stillbirth and one week for miscarriage. It directly affects employees in New York who face these pregnancy losses, providing financial support during this time. The law specifies that leave benefits will equal 67% of an employee's average weekly wages (capped at the state average) for the designated periods. Employees must provide proof like a stillbirth or fetal death certificate to qualify, and the leave counts toward the annual 12-week maximum family leave allowance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands paid leave for pregnancy loss, providing financial support during health-related trauma, aligning with mental health and patient access indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands paid family leave benefits for pregnancy loss, directly enhancing worker benefits and financial support during personal health crises.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 17, 2025

A 7845: Relates to establishing a state amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and motor neuron disease (MND) registry

Requires the department of health to establish a registry for the collection of information on the incidence and prevalence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and motor neuron disease (MND) in the state; requires that every physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant and general hospital that diagnoses or treats a patient diagnosed with ALS or MND give notice to the department of cases of ALS or MND coming under their care; requires that patients diagnosed with ALS or MND be provided with written and verbal notice regarding the collection of information and patient data on ALS and MND and provides a method for patients to opt out of the collection of data; provides for duties of the department and the commissioner of health in relation thereto.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes ALS/MND registry for data collection on incidence/prevalence, advancing public health surveillance and future healthcare planning efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Hospitals

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 10, 2026

A 3941: Establishes a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children

Directs the commissioner of mental health to establish a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children, including but not limited to the addictive qualities of social media, the stunting impact of social media usage on the development of social skills, increased feelings of isolation, anxiety and depression among adolescent users and the attendant amplification of peer on peer bullying, and increased rates of adolescent suicide and suicide attempts, as well as about how to recognize suicide risk factors and seek suicide prevention assistance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs mental health commissioner to address social media's mental health impacts (anxiety, depression, suicide), supporting preventive awareness efforts within healthcare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3917: Permits emergency medical parole during a time of crisis

Permits emergency medical parole during a time of crisis to those that have a disability and who are at serious risk for death, disease or other harm due to an emergency disaster being declared provided such person has a reasonably stable living situation upon release and does not pose an unreasonable current public safety risk.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows emergency medical parole for vulnerable inmates during crises, reducing unnecessary incarceration and promoting humane corrections reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill permits medical parole for disabled individuals at risk of harm, improving healthcare access during emergencies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5045: Requires hospitals and medical facilities to notify nursing homes or assisted living facilities of a positive COVID-19 test result for a resident of such nursing home or assisted living facility

Requires hospitals and medical facilities to notify nursing homes or assisted living facilities upon receipt of a positive COVID-19 test result for a resident of such nursing home or assisted living facility; provides penalties for violations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates timely notification of COVID-19 cases to nursing homes, enhancing infection control and resident safety in healthcare facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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