Authorizes the intravenous administration of contrast media when such administration is an integral part of the x-ray or imaging procedure by a radiographer when done under the direct supervision of a licensed physician, certified nurse practitioner, or licensed physician assistant.
Expands eligibility for appointment to county boards of health and health services advisory boards to include nurse practitioners and physician assistants; expands to residents in the county or residents of a contiguous county who have a background in a health-related field and perform substantial work in the county associated with their health-related background.
Establishes a drug-induced movement disorder screening education program; provides that the department shall develop such program to educate the public about the importance of screening for drug-induced movement disorders, develop and disseminate educational materials for healthcare providers regarding treatment for drug-induced movement disorders, and eliminate bias and reduction of stigma for people living with drug-induced movement disorders related to the treatment of mental health conditions.
Makes various provisions regarding establishment of a hospital: provides that any person and various other listed entities (i.e., partnership, company, stockholder, member, corporation or other entity) with authority to operate a hospital, shall be subject to approval for establishment by the public health council (unless otherwise authorized to operate a hospital without such establishment approval); provides that any assignment or delegation of any authority to operate a hospital shall be subject to approval for establishment by the council (with certain specified exceptions); specifies circumstances under which a person, partnership, company, etc. shall be deemed to have authority to operate a hospital subject to approval for establishment by the council (with certain specified exceptions); specifies circumstances under which a person, partnership, company, etc. shall be deemed to have authority to operate a hospital (i.e., if it has decision-making authority over listed matters).
Amends various provisions governing certificates of qualification for clinical laboratories and blood banks; provides for the department of health to prescribe minimum qualifications; provides that certificates shall cover all laboratory work; increases fees; requires work standards for cytotechnologists to be as stringent as federal regulations; removes registration requirement.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows the medical director of a hospice or a physician they designate to sign a death certificate. It directly affects hospice organizations and the medical professionals who work within them by formally recognizing their authority in this specific task. The change is made to the Public Health Law to clarify that these individuals can fulfill the legal requirement of certifying a death when they are the last in attendance. This amendment takes effect immediately upon passage.
Maddy summaryThis bill removes a requirement from the Public Health Law that currently mandates healthcare providers report patients' drug use. By repealing Section 3372, the legislation stops the automatic collection of this specific information from medical settings. The change directly affects doctors, hospitals, and other health facilities by eliminating a particular data reporting obligation. This action aims to alter how patient drug usage history is tracked within the state's public health system.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate June 2024 as Meningitis B Awareness Month in New York. The measure aims to highlight the importance of the MenB vaccine, which protects against a specific strain of bacterial meningitis that can cause severe illness or death, particularly among college students and young adults. By proclaiming this month, the legislature intends to encourage individuals to consult healthcare providers about their vaccination status and learn how to prevent the spread of the disease. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor and Patti Wukovits, who leads the Kimberly Coffey Foundation dedicated to raising awareness about meningococcal disease.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in New York State. The measure does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the community's history and achievements. It highlights key milestones such as the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots and recent legal victories for LGBTQIA+ rights. The bill is purely ceremonial and affects only the state's official calendar and public recognition of the month.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes former Senator Neil D. Breslin as the recipient of the President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader's Legislative Legacy Award. The document highlights his extensive career in public service, including his 13 terms in the New York State Senate, his leadership roles in ethics and insurance committees, and his advocacy for vulnerable populations. It also lists specific laws he sponsored that improved access to healthcare and prescription drug coverage for New York residents. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the text be sent to Senator Breslin to honor his contributions to the state.
