Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1263: Relates to the publication of immunization information

Relates to the publication of immunization information; requires schools to provide immunization information to the commissioner of health; requires the department of health to make immunization information, including rates of immunization, available on its website.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires public immunization data transparency to support public health monitoring and access to vaccination rates, advancing public health program transparency.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3093: Determines that disability compensation or benefits received by veterans from the VA are not to be treated as income or resources for purposes of determining eligibility for means-tested programs

Determines that disability compensation or benefits received by veterans from the United States department of veterans affairs are not to be treated as income or resources for purposes of determining eligibility for means-tested programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prevents VA disability benefits from counting as income for means-tested healthcare programs (e.g., Medicaid), expanding veterans' access to coverage by removing eligibility barriers.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransPrevents VA disability compensation from disqualifying veterans from means-tested programs, protecting their access to other benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3393: Prohibits certain chain pharmacies from establishing quotas for duties performed by pharmacists and pharmacy technicians

Prohibits publicly traded pharmacies with twenty or more stores in this state from establishing or enforcing quotas for duties performed by pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, including evaluating or measuring the number of prescriptions filled, services rendered, programs offered and revenue obtained.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits pharmacy quotas that could prioritize volume over patient safety, ensuring pharmacists focus on care quality per healthcare topic indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 352: Relates to the use of fluoroscopy by physician assistants

This bill allows licensed physician assistants in New York to use fluoroscopy (real-time x-ray imaging) during medical procedures, such as guiding injections or minimally invasive treatments. To do so, physician assistants must complete a 40-hour didactic course, 40 hours of clinical training, and pass a department-approved competency exam. The law defines fluoroscopy as an x-ray technique providing continuous imaging to track instruments or body parts during procedures. It takes effect 180 days after enactment, with immediate rulemaking authority to implement requirements. The bill directly affects physician assistants and their scope of practice in diagnostic and therapeutic settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands PA scope to use fluoroscopy with training, enhancing provider capabilities and patient access to imaging-guided procedures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1589: Provides for mental health screening and creating a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder is proximately caused by employment for law enforcement officers and emergency medical personnel

Provides for mental health screening; creates a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder is proximately caused by employment for law enforcement officers and emergency medical services personnel.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates presumption for PTSD treatment in mental health services for first responders, advancing mental health care access95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Public Health

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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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