Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2308: Relates to collaborative prescriptive authority for psychologists

Allows a licensed psychologist to apply to the department of education for conditional prescribing certification if the psychologist meets certain requirements; allows the department of education to waive certain requirements for an applying psychologist; provides that a conditional prescribing certification shall be valid for a period of two years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables psychologists to prescribe medications, expanding mental health provider access and aligning with mental health service support indicators.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9252: Establishes a grant program to assist providers in purchasing opioid antagonists alongside automated external defibrillators

Establishes a grant program to assist providers in purchasing opioid antagonists alongside automated external defibrillators; establishes criteria for such grant program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates grant program funding opioid antagonists and AEDs for providers, directly advancing emergency healthcare access and public health response to overdose/cardiac events.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4826: Relates to appeals made by employers or insurance carriers for modification, rescission or review of an award or decision

This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to clarify procedures for employers and insurance carriers appealing compensation awards. It requires appeals to be filed within 30 days of an award, imposes a $500 penalty for frivolous appeals, and explicitly states that appeals cannot delay payment of ongoing compensation or medical benefits to injured workers. The changes also specify that employers must continue paying benefits during appeals and allow claimants to receive reimbursement for payments made during disputed appeals. These provisions directly affect employers, insurers, and injured workers navigating compensation disputes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents delays in medical benefits during workers' comp appeals, protecting patient access to healthcare services for injured workers.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents payment delays for injured workers during appeals, mandates ongoing benefits, and penalizes frivolous employer appeals - directly protects workers' compensation rights under labor law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 5382: Relates to the construction of facilities for chemical dependence services that promote the privacy of individuals

Relates to the construction of facilities for chemical dependence services that promote the privacy of individuals while bathing, sleeping, using restrooms and receiving individual counseling services, while also allowing for maximization of the use of such facility.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes privacy in chemical dependence treatment facilities, supporting patient rights and access to mental health services per healthcare topic indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2515: Allows geriatricians to apply for both the physician loan repayment program and the physician practice support program

Allows geriatricians to apply for both the physician loan repayment program and the physician practice support program, provided such geriatrician agrees to practice geriatrics for at least 5 years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables geriatricians to access dual funding programs, strengthening healthcare workforce retention in a critical specialty through financial support and 5-year practice commitment.90% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 8542: Directs the department of health to establish and maintain a directory webpage locating publicly accessible lactation accommodations in state-owned and state-leased buildings

Directs the department of health, in conjunction with other state agencies, to establish and maintain a directory webpage locating publicly accessible lactation accommodations in state-owned and state-leased buildings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates directory for lactation accommodations in state buildings, improving access to maternal health services and public health initiatives.85% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 4950: Relates to the payment for services at addiction treatment centers operated by the office of addiction services and supports

Requires that services at addiction treatment centers operated by the office of addiction services and supports shall not be refused at such centers if a person is unable to pay.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents refusal of addiction treatment services based on inability to pay, ensuring access to care for all patients regardless of financial status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2035: Relates to certifying certain professionals as emergency service technicians to service rural areas

Allows certain certified registered nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants or physicians to be able to be certified as an emergency service technician to service rural areas of the state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCertifies additional healthcare professionals (nurse anesthetists, NPs, PAs) as emergency technicians for rural areas, directly expanding access to emergency medical services in underserved regions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 5, 2025

A 2443: Relates to requiring insurance coverage for epinephrine auto-injectors

This bill requires most health insurance plans in the state to cover at least two epinephrine auto-injector devices annually for emergency treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions. It sets a strict $100 annual limit on out-of-pocket costs for these devices, meaning insured individuals cannot pay more than $100 regardless of their plan’s deductible or other cost-sharing requirements. The coverage applies to all qualifying health insurance plans (including those with high deductibles), though preventive care provisions remain unaffected by the deductible. This ensures affordable access to critical allergy treatment without requiring individuals to meet full plan deductibles.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for epinephrine auto-injectors with $100 annual cost cap, improving access to emergency allergy treatment95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7377: Relates to the establishment of mental health clubhouses

S 7377 establishes a framework for creating and operating mental health clubhouses across New York State. These clubhouses provide free, community-based support for people with serious mental illness, offering services like job training, housing assistance, and social activities through a non-clinical therapeutic environment. The bill requires clubhouses to be accredited, near public transportation (with virtual options for rural areas), and submit biennial reports on membership, employment, housing, and crisis support to the Office of Mental Health. The Office of Mental Health must develop a statewide implementation plan within one year to guide accreditation and compliance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates mental health clubhouses offering free community support, job training, and housing assistance for serious mental illness, directly advancing mental health services as defined in the topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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