Asm. Amy Paulin

Maddy summaryThis bill makes minor technical corrections to New York's public health law regarding pregnancy loss reporting. It clarifies which state agencies are responsible for collecting and handling these reports, ensuring accurate data tracking. The bill takes effect immediately, but specific amendments to reporting procedures will expire on March 30, 2027, after which new provisions take effect. The changes directly affect health departments and medical facilities required to report pregnancy losses under state law.

Maddy summaryThis bill, A 1147, authorizes an 11% rate increase for in-person early intervention services provided by approved healthcare providers, effective July 1, 2026. It directly affects service providers (such as therapists and clinics) who deliver early intervention care to children with developmental delays or disabilities. The key provision mandates the commissioner of health to implement this specific rate adjustment for approved costs under public health law. The increase applies only to services rendered on or after the effective date, with no additional eligibility changes.

Prohibits insurance companies from discriminating based on genetic predisposition including refusing to issue or renew, charging any increased rate, or restricting any length of coverage; prohibits insurers from requiring genetic testing.

Maddy summaryBill A1370 would raise the minimum age for using tanning beds from 18 to 21. Tanning facility owners and operators must prevent anyone under 21 from using ultraviolet radiation devices. The bill amends Section 3555 of the public health law to update this age requirement, effective immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New York school districts to create standardized digital site maps for emergency response, directly affecting schools and law enforcement. The maps must include detailed floor plans, school grounds, surrounding roads, and specific labels (like exits, hazardous materials, and emergency equipment), formatted to work with existing police software without requiring new purchases. It also allocates state funding to reimburse schools for creating these maps, ensuring compatibility with law enforcement systems and annual accuracy verification through walkthroughs.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds comprehensive neuropsychological exams for dyslexia to New York's Medicaid coverage. It directly affects Medicaid recipients who need these evaluations for dyslexia diagnosis, requiring a physician referral. The exam must be performed by a licensed health professional authorized under New York's education law, acting within their scope. The bill explicitly states this coverage does not replace or affect existing Medicaid coverage for medical screenings, diagnoses, or treatments.

Allows a notice of dense breast tissue to be considered a determination of medical necessity for purposes of coverage of breast ultrasounds as recommended by a provider of mammography services.

Prohibits discrimination against and harassment or bullying of students by employees or students on private, religious or denominational school property or at a school function; provides immunity from civil liability for a person making a good faith report of discrimination, harassment or bullying to authorities.

Establishes masked harassment when a person wears a mask or other face covering that intentionally hides or conceals their face for the primary purpose of menacing or threatening another person or placing another person or group of persons in reasonable fear for their physical safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits anyone under twelve years old from entering gun shows. It directly affects children under 12 by restricting their access to these events. The key provision adds a new requirement to existing law (Section 896 of the General Business Law) explicitly banning entry for minors under 12, separate from existing background check rules for firearm sales. The bill does not change firearm sale regulations or background check processes.