Healthcare (Healthcare Workforce)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5462: Establishes temporary health care staffing agencies

Establishes temporary health care staffing agencies to assist qualified health care professionals to find temporary employment at health care facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFacilitates temporary staffing for healthcare professionals, improving facility staffing levels and patient access without direct funding or policy change.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7966: Enacts the nursing education support act of 2025; appropriation

Enacts the nursing education support act to allocate additional funds to nursing programs at community colleges across New York state to expand capacity, improve program quality, and ensure a robust pipeline of skilled nurses to meet the state's healthcare needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds to expand nursing education programs, directly increasing public service funding per budget appropriation language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates funds to nursing programs at community colleges to expand capacity and improve quality, directly supporting higher education funding and access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates funds to nursing programs to expand capacity and ensure skilled nurses for healthcare needs, directly advancing workforce development in healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7284: Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing

Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing, including direct support staff to nurses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands nursing scope of practice by clarifying allowable services for nurses and support staff, improving healthcare access and delivery within medical professionals framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7203: Enacts the "New York state nurse employment, enhancement and dignity act"

Enacts the "New York state nurse employment, enhancement and dignity act" to provide hazard pay to nurses during a state disaster emergency, an annual tax credit for nurses, a student loan forgiveness program for nurses, and preferential school admission for nurses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAnnual tax credit for nurses provides direct tax relief, aligning with fiscal support indicators for healthcare workers.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides hazard pay, tax credits, loan forgiveness for nurses - directly supports healthcare workforce stability and access to care95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4524: Enacts the interstate nurse licensure compact and the advanced practice registered nurse compact

This bill establishes two compacts to simplify nursing licensure across state lines. The Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs) to practice in any participating state using a single license issued by their home state, eliminating the need for separate state licenses. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact provides similar interstate practice privileges for advanced practice nurses under uniform home-state requirements. Both compacts require nurses to meet their home state's licensure standards and create a shared system for states to exchange disciplinary information to protect public safety.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSimplifies nurse licensure across states, removing barriers to practice and improving patient access to healthcare services by enabling broader provider availability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 6334: Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing

Expands the description of certain services which are not prohibited by statutes governing the practice of nursing, including direct support staff to nurses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands nursing practice scope to include direct support staff, enhancing service delivery and patient access within healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7413: Conforms and improves the process for determining incapacity

This bill (A 7413) updates New York's process for determining a patient's incapacity to make healthcare decisions, specifically for life-sustaining treatment decisions. It requires an initial determination by a treating doctor, followed by a separate concurring determination by another qualified healthcare professional (like a nurse practitioner or specialist), to confirm the patient lacks capacity. The bill specifies different qualifications for the concurring reviewer based on whether incapacity stems from mental illness (requiring a psychiatrist) or developmental disability (requiring specialized training or experience). These determinations must be documented in the patient's medical record, and a patient's appointed healthcare agent cannot make the capacity determination. It directly affects hospitals, healthcare facilities, and medical staff involved in end-of-life care decisions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires dual professional assessments for healthcare incapacity determinations, strengthening patient rights and decision safeguards in life-sustaining treatment decisions.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4474: Permits certain nurses to perform medication related tasks provided by a certified medication aide

This bill (A 4474) allows certified medication aides to administer certain routine medications under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) in New York nursing homes. It permits tasks like giving pre-filled oral medications but prohibits injections (except for insulin, diabetes care, epinephrine, or naloxone) and central line maintenance. Certified medication aides must meet strict qualifications (training, experience, competency tests) and can only perform tasks assigned by an RN, who retains full oversight and documentation responsibility. The law directly affects nursing home staff (certified medication aides and RNs) and residents receiving medication care in licensed facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePermits certified medication aides to administer routine medications under RN supervision, improving medication access and efficiency in nursing homes without restricting patient care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6051: Relates to assaults on medical providers and employees and volunteers of hospitals

This bill (A 6051) expands protections under New York's assault laws by adding specific healthcare workers to the list of protected individuals. It amends Penal Law Section 120.05 to include medical providers (physicians, physician assistants), nurses (registered, nurse practitioners, certified nursing assistants), hospital employees, volunteers, ambulance personnel, and emergency medical staff as those who cannot be assaulted while performing their duties. The key mechanism is explicitly listing these roles in the legal definition of assault, making such attacks a more severe offense. It directly affects healthcare workers in hospitals, emergency departments, and related settings across New York State. The bill is currently referred to the Codes committee as of February 2025.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands assault protections for healthcare workers, strengthening safety for medical staff performing duties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Hospitals

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7652: Enacts the nursing education support act of 2025; appropriation

Enacts the nursing education support act to allocate additional funds to nursing programs at community colleges across New York state to expand capacity, improve program quality, and ensure a robust pipeline of skilled nurses to meet the state's healthcare needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to expand nursing education programs, directly increasing state spending on public services per budget & taxes topic description.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates funds to nursing programs at community colleges, expanding higher education capacity and supporting healthcare workforce development through education funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates funds to nursing programs for capacity expansion, quality improvement, and workforce pipeline development, directly advancing healthcare workforce needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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