This bill requires all private colleges and universities in the state to provide free menstrual products in commonly used restrooms for students. It directly affects students at private higher education institutions by ensuring access to these products at no cost. The key provision mandates that institutions supply products (like pads or tampons) in restrooms without charging students, as specified in the new Public Health Law section 267-c. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Relates to the amount of state aid reimbursement for public health services by a municipality in the city of New York when the municipality is providing some or all of certain identified core public health services.
Permits an exception from registration for nonresident pharmacies in cases of a specific patient need or a declared public health emergency under certain conditions.
This bill allows New York's Commissioner of Health to authorize local health officials to request death-related records, including autopsy and toxicology reports, from coroners or medical examiners. It requires these officials to provide copies within three business days of record completion. The change directly affects local health departments and coroners' offices by expanding who can access these death records for public health purposes. The law specifically covers records related to deaths, streamlining access for health investigations without altering existing record-keeping requirements.
Clarifies that certain provisions related to statewide opioid settlement agreements shall cover settlements and releases related to any entities involved in the prescription drug marketing, supply and payment chain that may have contributed to the opioid epidemic through illegal conduct.
This bill would exempt private and parochial schools and day care centers from state immunization requirements for students. It proposes amending the public health law to clarify that these facilities are not subject to standard vaccination mandates. The change would directly affect private/parochial schools and day care centers by removing a requirement to verify student immunization records. The bill is currently under review by the Health committee.
This bill waives the $200 biennial registration fee for basic life support first response agencies, including volunteer ambulance services that provide emergency medical care without patient transport. It directly affects these agencies by removing a cost requirement for maintaining their registration under New York's public health law. The key provision amends existing law to exempt these specific agencies from paying the fee when applying for or renewing their registration certificate. The change applies immediately upon enactment and simplifies administrative costs for these community-based emergency response providers.
This bill adds HTLV-1 and HTLV-2 viruses to New York's public health department's health education and outreach program, requiring the department to provide virus-specific information on diagnosis, treatment, and community support services. It mandates that clinics specializing in sexually transmitted diseases, hospitals, and correctional facilities receive updated, culturally appropriate materials tailored to each virus's distinct health needs. The materials must include details on support groups, respite care, and care management, reflecting current best practices. The law takes effect 120 days after enactment, with necessary rules to be implemented before that date.
This bill updates various state laws by replacing the terms "addict" and "addicts" with "person with substance use disorder" or similar variations. It amends sections of the judiciary law, mental hygiene law, and public health law to reflect this change. This affects legal proceedings, medical treatment, and official definitions related to individuals experiencing substance use challenges. The primary aim is to standardize person-first language across relevant statutes.
Relates to creating the health emergency response data system, which collects information and statistical data relating to public health emergencies in order to assist the department of health, other government entities, health care providers, and the public in understanding and responding to public health emergencies.
