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BillID sessionYear publishedDateTime actionDate title summary HANYS_Position committeeName statusDesc chamber districtCode sessionMemberId memberId shortName fullName imgName adopted signed vetoed
A1015 2017 2017-01-10T11:52:02 2017-01-10 Relates to the closure of hospitals Relates to the closure of hospitals; includes general hospitals or the surrender of an operating certificate. HANYS has concerns that the bill will delay hospitals' ability to achieve health reform goals. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 52 1051 907 SIMON Jo Anne Simon 907_jo_anne_simon.jpg False False False
A1043 2017 2017-01-10T13:42:09 2017-01-10 Requires hospital and emergency room physicians to notify a patient's prescriber that such patient is being treated for a controlled substance overdose Requires hospital and emergency room physicians to consult the prescription monitoring program registry and to notify a patient's prescriber that such patient is being treated for a controlled substance overdose. Oppose. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 63 985 516 CUSICK Michael Cusick 516_michael_cusick.jpg False False False
A1129 2017 2017-01-10T14:22:13 2017-01-23 Limits denial of coverage of additional treatment related to health care services for which pre-authorization is required and was granted Limits denial of coverage of additional treatment related to health care services for which pre-authorization is required and was granted. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Insurance In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 128 1101 1105 HUNTER Pamela J. Hunter no_image.jpg False False False
A1190A 2017 2017-01-11T11:28:36 2017-06-15 Relates to requiring a medical facility or related services to obtain express prior written consent before the making and/or broadcasting of visual images of a patient's medical treatment Relates to requiring a medical facility or related services to obtain express prior written consent before filming and/or broadcasting of visual images of a patient's medical treatment. Oppose. This bill holds providers responsible for events beyond their control and creates new liability concerns. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 26 1105 610 BRAUNSTEIN Edward Braunstein 610_edward_braunstein.jpg False False False
A1198 2017 2017-01-11T11:28:36 2017-06-19 Relates to disaster preparedness Relates to disaster preparedness. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 81 992 533 DINOWITZ Jeffrey Dinowitz 533_jeffrey_dinowitz.jpg False False False
A1219 2017 2017-01-11T11:28:36 2017-01-11 Relates to witnesses to a health care proxy and the crime of forgery in the second degree Relates to witnesses to a health care proxy; changes the witness requirement for the health care proxy from two adult witnesses to one adult witness; makes an exception for persons who reside in mental health facilities by requiring such persons to have two adult witnesses; also includes falsely making or altering a health care proxy within the crime of forgery in the second degree. Support. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 67 982 520 ROSENTHAL Linda Rosenthal 520_linda_rosenthal.jpg False False False
A1319 2017 2017-01-11T13:03:44 2017-01-11 Relates to stroke centers Relates to the designation of comprehensive stroke centers, primary stroke centers and acute stroke ready hospitals; relates to communication between centers; relates to emergency services providers; relates to assessment and transportation of stroke patients to a comprehensive stroke center, primary stroke center or acute stroke ready hospital; relates to continuous improvement of the quality of care for individuals with strokes; relates to coverage for telemedicine services; relates to the use and designation in advertising. This bill could significantly impact the current stroke designation process and needs further review to understand its impact on access, timeliness of care, and quality given NY's success in this area. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 27 1066 611 SIMANOWITZ Michael Simanowitz 611_michael_simanowitz.jpg False False False
A1421A 2017 2017-01-12T10:52:08 2017-04-28 Relates to rates of reimbursement for telehealth services Relates to rates of reimbursement for telehealth services; requires insurers to reimburse telehealth providers at the same rate as they would if the services had been provided in person. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 116 998 568 JENNE Addie Jenne 568_addie_jenne_russell.jpg False False False
A1486 2017 2017-01-12T11:17:11 2017-01-12 Authorizes any prosecutor of competent jurisdiction to receive referrals from certain agencies Authorizes any prosecutor of competent jurisdiction to receive referrals from certain agencies. Oppose. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 96 1025 545 ZEBROWSKI Kenneth Zebrowski 545_"kenneth_zebrowski.jpg False False False
A1529A 2017 2017-01-12T11:37:12 2017-03-27 Relates to the provisional credentialing of physicians Relates to the provisional credentialing of physicians. Support. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 116 998 568 JENNE Addie Jenne 568_addie_jenne_russell.jpg False False False
A1532 2017 2017-01-12T11:27:27 2017-01-24 Enacts the "safe staffing for quality care act" Enacts the "safe staffing for quality care act" to require acute care facilities and nursing homes to implement certain direct-care nurse to patient ratios in all nursing units; sets minimum staffing requirements; requires every such facility to submit a documented staffing plan to the department on an annual basis and upon application for an operating certificate; requires acute care facilities to maintain staffing records during all shifts; authorizes nurses to refuse work assignments if the assignment exceeds the nurse's abilities or if minimum staffing is not present; requires public access to documented staffing plans; imposes civil penalties for violations of such provisions; establishes private right of action for nurses discriminated against for refusing any illegal work assignment. Oppose. Preventing passage of this bill is a top priority. HANYS is working with aligned groups to continue to strongly oppose this bill. Codes In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 100 986 549 GUNTHER Aileen Gunther 549_aileen_gunther.jpg False False False
A1647 2017 2017-01-12T13:22:19 2017-06-05 Provides nonprofit organizations real property exemption, at local option, for those promptly applying that purchase after municipality's taxable status date Grants a real property tax exemption, at the option of the local taxing authority, to nonprofit organizations that purchase real property after the particular municipality's levy of taxes or taxable status date if the organization files an application for exemption with the assessor. Support. Rules In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 95 987 621 GALEF Sandy Galef 621_sandy_galef.jpg False False False
A1842B 2017 2017-01-13T13:27:12 2017-06-19 Relates to requiring that all RPNs either have or obtain a bachelor's degree within 10 years of initial licensure Relates to the formation of a temporary nursing program evaluation commission; require that all RPNs either have or obtain a bachelor's degree within 10 years of initial licensure; exemptions. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 136 1005 582 MORELLE Joseph Morelle 582_joseph_morelle.jpg False False False
A193 2017 2017-01-03T15:54:34 2017-01-04 Authorizes health care facilities and professions to pay for the fair market value of practice management, billing or health information technology services Authorizes healthcare facilities and professionals to pay for the fair market value of practice management, billing or health information technology services. Support. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 93 1039 654 BUCHWALD David Buchwald 654_david_buchwald.jpg False False False
A1964 2017 2017-01-17T11:08:57 2017-01-17 Requires the provision of a warranty on certain medical devices Requires the provision of at least a 5 year warranty on electronic medical devices and implantable hip and knee medical devices. While the bill is an improvement over previous versions, it still includes notification requirements on hospitals. Consumer Affairs And Protection In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 90 1064 623 MAYER Shelley Mayer 623_shelley_mayer.jpg False False False
A2310 2017 2017-01-17T14:14:09 2017-05-01 Relates to requiring mandated reporters to receive coursework or training regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment Requires mandated reporters to receive coursework or training regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment every three years. Oppose. This bill is duplicative of existing policies. Higher Education In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 141 973 591 PEOPLES-STOKES Crystal Peoples-Stokes 591_crystal_peoples-stokes.jpg False False False
A2379 2017 2017-01-18T16:57:25 2017-02-02 Requires every general hospital to have a community advisory board Requires every general hospital to have a community advisory board. Oppose. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2437 2017 2017-01-20T11:43:53 2017-06-20 Relates to establishing hospital-sponsored off campus emergency departments Establishes hospital-sponsored off campus emergency departments as a "hospital" and sets out specific standards for operations, staffing and capacity requirements. Oppose. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 99 1021 672 SKOUFIS James Skoufis 672_james_skoufis.jpg False False False
A2441 2017 2017-01-20T11:38:54 2017-02-02 Provides person/entity with authority to operate a hospital shall be subject to approval by public health and health planning council for establishment of hospital 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). Oppose. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2460 2017 2017-01-20T11:38:54 2017-05-16 Prohibits disclosure of testimony of a party to a health care quality assurance or peer review proceeding Prohibits the disclosure and discovery of the testimony of a party to a health care quality assurance or peer review proceeding; further adds the failure to cooperate and participate in the quality assurance, reporting, activities, requirements and procedures covered under such discovery to the definition of professional misconduct. Support. Codes In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2526A 2017 2017-01-20T12:48:56 2017-05-12 Requires election for registration for organ, eye and tissue donations to be included upon certain state forms; repealer Requires that space be provided on applications for the practice of a profession or occupation, state income tax returns, applications to register a motor vehicle, for the applicant to register in the "donate life registry" for organ, eye and tissue donation established pursuant to section 4310 of the public health law. Support. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 36 1107 612 SIMOTAS Aravella Simotas 612_aravella_simotas.jpg False False False
A2539 2017 2017-01-20T12:48:56 2017-02-09 Relates to the definition of a clinical peer reviewer Relates to the definition of a clinical peer reviewer by clarifying that such term shall be applicable for the entire utilization review and external appeal article and means either a physician or a health care professional with certain qualifications. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2733A 2017 2017-01-23T10:46:07 2017-04-12 Authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services Authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services as part of the hospital-home care-physician collaboration program. Support. HANYS worked with various parties toward a consensus but issues are open. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2734 2017 2017-01-23T10:46:07 2017-05-02 Establishes the category of "qualified group practice" for medical, dental and podiatric practices that comply with certain standards Establishes the category of "qualified group practice" for medical, dental and podiatric practices that comply with certain standards and authorizes such practices to operate a malpractice prevention program. Support. Codes In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A2924 2017 2017-01-23T12:31:14 2017-05-24 Relates to HIV post-exposure prophylaxis and other health care services for sexual assault victims Relates to HIV post-exposure prophylaxis and other health care services for sexual assault victims. No Objection. Health In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 141 973 591 PEOPLES-STOKES Crystal Peoples-Stokes 591_crystal_peoples-stokes.jpg False False False
A297A 2017 2017-01-05T16:24:49 2017-02-23 Enacts the "living donor protection act of 2017" Enacts the "living donor protection act of 2017"; prohibits discrimination in the provision of life, accident, health and long-term care insurance based on the status of an insured as a living organ or tissue donor; authorizes the provision of family leave to provide care during transplantation preparation and recovery from surgery related to organ or tissue donation; and directs the commissioner of health to develop and distribute informational materials relating to the benefits of being a living organ or tissue donor. Support. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 100 986 549 GUNTHER Aileen Gunther 549_aileen_gunther.jpg False False False
A3991A 2017 2017-01-30T15:24:17 2017-06-15 Relates to restoring medical futility as a basis for DNR Relates to restoring medical futility as a basis for DNR. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A4014 2017 2017-01-30T15:29:16 2017-05-08 Requires general hospitals to establish policies/procedures regarding domestic violence; to establish training programs; to designate staff to coordinate services Requires hospitals to establish policies and procedures regarding domestic violence; establishes ongoing training programs on domestic violence for all current and new hospital employees; designates a hospital staff member to coordinate services to victims; provides for the interaction of hospitals with community domestic violence service providers in order to coordinate services to victims of domestic violence; requires hospitals to offer to contact a local advocate when admitting or treating a confirmed or suspected victim of domestic violence. There are an increasing number of bills that impose social service mandates on hospitals. HANYS urges judicious consideration of such legislation. Health In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 13 1074 474 LAVINE Charles Lavine 474_charles_lavine.jpg False False False
A4053 2017 2017-02-01T10:33:50 2017-05-24 Relates to HIV reporting Permits sharing of patient HIV information for purposes of care coordination. No Objection. Health In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A4341 2017 2017-02-02T11:14:32 2017-02-02 Establishes a one-time personal income tax credit for up to $10,000 for the expenses incurred by a resident taxpayer in the course of donating his or her organs for transplantation; repealer Establishes a one-time personal income tax credit for up to $10,000 for the expenses incurred by a resident taxpayer in the course of donating his or her organs for transplantation; repeals the personal income tax modification, reducing federal adjusted income, for such expenses. Support. HANYS advanced this legislation as part of our agenda. Ways And Means In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 51 972 504 ORTIZ Felix Ortiz 504_felix_ortiz.jpg False False False
A438A 2017 2017-01-09T11:00:02 2017-03-29 Relates to designating human organ delivery vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles Designates human organ delivery vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles which shall permit the operator of such vehicles certain privileges when involved in an emergency operation. Support. Transportation In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 100 986 549 GUNTHER Aileen Gunther 549_aileen_gunther.jpg False False False
A4472 2017 2017-02-02T12:29:36 2017-04-04 Enacts the health care consumer and provider protection act relating to collective negotiations by health care providers with certain health care plans Enacts provisions relating to collective negotiations by health care providers with certain health care plans in certain counties; applies to health benefit plans that provide benefits for medical or surgical expenses incurred as a result of a health condition, accident or sickness, including an individual, group, blanket or franchise insurance policy or insurance agreement offered by certain enumerated entities. HANYS opposed earlier versions of this bill and continues to assess the newer bill's implications. Ways And Means In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A4611B 2017 2017-02-03T12:01:31 2017-06-08 Establishes requirements for registered and certified pharmacy technicians Establishes requirements for registered and certified pharmacy technicians; requires persons working in a pharmacy who directly assist licensed pharmacists to dispense prescriptions or have authority to add or to modify prescription records maintained in the pharmacy computer system to be registered or certified as a pharmacy technician. No Position. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 4 959 466 ENGLEBRIGHT Steven Englebright 466_steven_englebright.jpg False False False
A4738 2017 2017-02-03T13:21:35 2017-05-16 Provides for establishment of the New York Health plan Establishes the New York Health program, a comprehensive system of access to health insurance for New York state residents; provides for administrative structure of the plan; provides for powers and duties of the board of trustees, the scope of benefits, payment methodologies and care coordination; establishes the New York Health Trust Fund which would hold monies from a variety of sources to be used solely to finance the plan; enacts provisions relating to financing of New York Health, including a payroll assessment, similar to the Medicare tax; establishes a temporary commission on implementation of the plan; provides for collective negotiations by health care providers with New York Health. No Position. Health In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A4836 2017 2017-02-03T13:21:35 2017-05-18 Provides public and private employees right to review personnel file Provides public and private employees the right to review their personnel file. Oppose. Providers already accomplish most of what is being proposed in this costly mandate. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 31 977 456 TITUS Michele Titus 456_michele_titus.jpg False False False
A492 2017 2017-01-09T11:50:06 2017-01-09 Requires insurance companies to provide at least ninety days of rehabilitation services to an insured upon a doctor's prescription Requires insurance companies to provide at least ninety days of rehabilitation services to an insured upon a doctor's prescription. No Position. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 127 1053 571 STIRPE Albert A. Stirpe 571_albert_a._stirpe.jpg False False False
A5004 2017 2017-02-06T14:12:26 2017-02-06 Requires the commissioner of education to make recommendations to the board of regents relating to the adoption of instruction in information relating to blood, bone marrow and organ and tissue donations Requires the commissioner of education to make recommendations to the board of regents relating to the adoption of instruction in information relating to blood, bone marrow and organ and tissue donations in senior high schools. Support. Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 51 972 504 ORTIZ Felix Ortiz 504_felix_ortiz.jpg False False False
A5132 2017 2017-02-06T15:22:31 2017-03-02 Grants the transplant council the power to make recommendations to the commissioner of health relating to organ donation, procurement organizations, banks and storage Grants the transplant council the power to make recommendations to the commissioner of health relating to organ donation, transplantation, procurement organizations, banks and storage; requires the council to make such recommendations annually. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A5159A 2017 2017-02-06T16:57:37 2017-06-14 Provides a tax check off box on personal income tax return forms for the life pass it on trust fund Provides a tax check off box on personal income tax return forms for gifts for the life pass it on trust fund for gifts for organ and tissue donation outreach and research and provides for certain reporting requirement for such fund. Support. Rules In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 31 977 456 TITUS Michele Titus 456_michele_titus.jpg False False False
A5175A 2017 2017-02-06T17:02:38 2017-06-12 Relates to notice of eligibility for medical assistance under the excess income program Requires written notice to individuals eligible for the excess income program of the option to participate in a qualifying pooled trust as a means of qualifying for medical assistance. Support. Passed Senate ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A5179 2017 2017-02-06T17:02:38 2017-04-27 Makes permanent the provisions of Lauren's law, providing for the election to or declining to elect to register in the donate life registry for organ and tissue donation Makes permanent the provisions of Lauren's law, providing for the election to or declining to elect to register in the donate life registry for organ and tissue donation. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 51 972 504 ORTIZ Felix Ortiz 504_felix_ortiz.jpg False False False
A5279 2017 2017-02-07T13:46:05 2017-02-07 Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists. Should dentists be added, funding must be provided separate from the current program. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 35 962 460 AUBRY Jeffrion Aubry 460_jeffrion_aubry.jpg False False False
A5475 2017 2017-02-09T16:42:29 2017-03-01 Enacts the "New York state living donor support act" Enacts the "New York state living donor support act" to provide state reimbursement to living organ donors, who are state residents, for medical and associated expenses incurred as a result of the organ donation, when the organ donation is made to another resident of the state; requires the provision of information on transplantation to patients with severe kidney disease. Support. Ways And Means In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A560 2017 2017-01-09T12:55:10 2017-01-09 Enacts the health care professional transparency act Enacts the health care professional transparency act; prohibits health care professionals from using deceptive or misleading advertising. Oppose. HANYS has concerns with the requirement that I.D. badges be worn during all patient encounters, as it may conflict with infection control, patient, and employee safety. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 127 1053 571 STIRPE Albert A. Stirpe 571_albert_a._stirpe.jpg False False False
A5757 2017 2017-02-15T15:14:45 2017-06-20 Provides protection to employees and former employees from retaliatory actions by employers for the reporting of illegal business activities Provides protection to employees and former employees from retaliatory actions by employers for the reporting of illegal business activities. Oppose. While supporting appropriate protections for healthcare workers, this bill is both greatly expansive as well as duplicative of current laws. Rules In Senate Committee ASSEMBLY 82 984 534 BENEDETTO Michael Benedetto 534_michael_benedetto.jpg False False False
A5963B 2017 2017-02-17T11:07:31 2017-06-15 Relates to procedures performed by cardiovascular technologists Relates to procedures performed by cardiovascular technologists. Support. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 121 1019 561 MAGEE William Magee 561_william_magee.jpg False False False
A6044A 2017 2017-02-21T16:53:54 2017-06-19 Establishes the "newborn health and safe sleep pilot program" Establishes the "newborn health and safe sleep pilot program" within the department of health to provide baby boxes in areas of the state with high infant mortality rates or poor birth outcomes; such baby boxes shall be a safe place for infants to sleep, with a firm mattress and a fitted sheet, and include infant safe sleeping information for new parents. No Objection. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 36 1107 612 SIMOTAS Aravella Simotas 612_aravella_simotas.jpg False False False
A6089 2017 2017-02-23T16:24:42 2017-02-23 Establishes a health care proxy registry within the department of health Establishes a health care proxy registry within the department of health to maintain the health care proxies of persons electing to submit proxies to such registry and to provide access thereto by attending health care providers and the principal of the health care proxy. HANYS has questions related to how the registry will be implemented and monitored. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 4 959 466 ENGLEBRIGHT Steven Englebright 466_steven_englebright.jpg False False False
A6139 2017 2017-02-23T16:39:43 2017-02-23 Requires hospitals to provide notice to employees and patients of environmental health and safety hazards Requires hospitals to provide notice to employees and patients of environmental health and safety hazards; requires the appointment of an environmental health and safety information access contact person by each hospital; provides that each hospital shall annually educate employees as to their right to all information about health and safety conditions in the hospital; makes related provisions. Oppose. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 4 959 466 ENGLEBRIGHT Steven Englebright 466_steven_englebright.jpg False False False
A6408 2017 2017-03-07T10:19:04 2017-06-20 Establishes the rate of medical assistance payments for care to recipients in hospice residences Establishes the rate of medical assistance payments for care to recipients in hospice residences. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 81 992 533 DINOWITZ Jeffrey Dinowitz 533_jeffrey_dinowitz.jpg False False False
A6549A 2017 2017-03-09T12:11:55 2017-06-21 Relates to comprehensive emergency management provisions for home care and hospice in counties and in cities with a population of one million or more Relates to comprehensive emergency management plans' provisions for homecare and hospice in counties and in cities with a population of one million or more. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 63 985 516 CUSICK Michael Cusick 516_michael_cusick.jpg False False False
A6820 2017 2017-03-21T16:30:59 2017-03-21 Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional. Support. Ways And Means In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 100 986 549 GUNTHER Aileen Gunther 549_aileen_gunther.jpg False False False
A7107 2017 2017-04-10T11:31:48 2017-04-10 Directs health insurers to provide enrollees the option to assign the payment of emergency services benefits directly to an out of network health care provider Directs health insurers to provide enrollees the option to assign the payment of emergency services benefits directly to an out of network health care provider. Support. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7108 2017 2017-04-10T11:31:48 2017-04-10 Requires a utilization review of a request for nursing home care after an inpatient hospital admission to be completed within 24 hours of the request Requires a utilization review of a request for nursing home care after an inpatient hospital admission to be completed within 24 hours of the request. Support. Insurance In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7203 2017 2017-04-12T12:47:25 2017-06-13 Establishes the rural health council Establishes the rural health council within the Charles D. Cook office of rural health to advise the commissioner of health on rural health matters, to assist such office, contribute to the biennial report on rural health, and act as an advocate on rural health matters. No Position. Passed Senate ASSEMBLY 115 1117 1120 JONES Billy Jones no_image.jpg False False False
A7549 2017 2017-05-02T10:37:44 2017-05-02 Requires the pre-licensing course to operate a motor vehicle to include information on organ and tissue donation and how to register as an organ donor Requires the pre-licensing course to operate a motor vehicle to include information on organ and tissue donation and how to register as an organ donor. Support. HANYS advanced this legislation as part of our agenda. Transportation In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 51 972 504 ORTIZ Felix Ortiz 504_felix_ortiz.jpg False False False
A7611A 2017 2017-05-03T15:14:23 2017-06-15 Relates to establishing protections from excessive hospital emergency charges Relates to establishing protections from excessive hospital emergency charges; includes hospital charges. Oppose. Oppose. Passed Assembly ASSEMBLY 103 958 551 CAHILL Kevin Cahill 551_kevin_cahill.jpg False False False
A7672 2017 2017-05-08T15:15:56 2017-05-08 Relates to creating autism teams in hospitals Relates to creating autism teams in hospitals; requires the department of health to design a pilot program to develop one "autism team" who may be called upon should a patient with autism come to a hospital; provides that members of the autism team shall be knowledgeable about autism and communication difficulties many people with autism have and advise physicians and other staff on how to communicate with patients with autism. No position. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 111 1063 670 SANTABARBARA Angelo Santabarbara 670_angelo_santabarbara.jpg False False False
A7688 2017 2017-05-09T13:22:39 2017-06-29 Extends the expiration of Kendra's law Extends the expiration of Kendra's law from June 30, 2017 to June 30, 2022. Support. Signed by Governor ASSEMBLY 100 986 549 GUNTHER Aileen Gunther 549_aileen_gunther.jpg False True False
A7748 2017 2017-05-11T15:38:17 2017-05-25 Extends the authority of the commissioner of health to issue certificates of public advantage Extends the authority of the commissioner of health to issue certificates of public advantage. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7763 2017 2017-05-15T10:23:43 2017-06-19 Establishes the enhanced safety net hospital program to provide for the payment, solely by the state, of enhanced medical assistance payments to certain hospitals Establishes the enhanced safety net hospital program to provide for the payment, solely by the state, of enhanced medical assistance payments to hospitals which serve the uninsured or recipients of medical assistance, are public sector hospitals, or are federally designated as critical access or sole community hospitals. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7775 2017 2017-05-15T10:28:43 2017-06-21 Relates to residential hospice care facilities Authorizes, upon approval of the commissioner of health, a hospice residence to have up to 50% of its resident capacity be dually certified hospice inpatient beds. Support. Passed Senate ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7842 2017 2017-05-17T09:52:16 2017-06-15 Relates to prohibiting charges for certain health records needed for government benefits or programs Relates to health record access for government benefits or programs; prohibits providers and facilities from charging fees for providing access to or copies of records needed by a patient for an application, claim or appeal for a government benefit or program. No Position. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A7866 2017 2017-05-18T09:47:13 2017-06-19 Relates to school-based health centers Relates to services provided by school-based-health centers to be provided to medical assistance recipients through managed care programs. Support. SBHC's Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A8022 2017 2017-05-25T15:54:44 2017-05-25 Authorizes the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services to provide funding to substance use disorder and gambling programs operated by for profit agencies Authorizes the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services to provide funding to substance use disorder and/or compulsive gambling programs operated by for profit agencies. There is a need to ensure that non- profits are not adversely impacted. Alcoholism And Drug Abuse In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 108 1100 662 MCDONALD John T. McDonald III 662_john_t._mcdonald_iii.jpg False False False
A8051 2017 2017-05-25T16:29:46 2017-06-14 Prohibits requiring prior authorization for the provision of coverage of services in a neonatal intensive care unit Prohibits requiring prior authorization for the provision of coverage for services provided in a neonatal intensive care unit. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A8063A 2017 2017-05-25T16:34:47 2017-06-20 Requires health insurers to provide health care providers with the coverage a policyholder or covered person has, when liability is unclear Requires health insurers to provide health care providers with the coverage a policyholder or covered person has, when liability for a health care claim is not reasonably clear. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 45 964 498 CYMBROWITZ Steven Cymbrowitz 498_steven_cymbrowitz.jpg False False False
A8077 2017 2017-05-25T16:34:47 2017-05-25 Directs hospitals, office-based surgery practices and health care providers who accept walk-in patients, who are not regularly seen by the provider, to utilize and maintain an electronic health records system Directs hospitals, office-based surgery practices and health care providers who accept walk-in patients, who are not regularly seen by the provider, to utilize and maintain an electronic health records system that connects to the local regional health information organization to facilitate exchange of health care information. No position. Health In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 63 985 516 CUSICK Michael Cusick 516_michael_cusick.jpg False False False
A8338 2017 2017-06-09T11:17:13 2017-06-21 Expands payments for reserved bed days in residential health care facilities; repealer Expands payments for reserved bed days in residential health care facilities; repeals provisions directing the commissioner of health to establish a prospective per diem adjustment for certain nursing homes so as to achieve a eighteen million dollar savings during each state fiscal year. Support. Assembly Floor Calendar ASSEMBLY 75 967 527 GOTTFRIED Richard Gottfried 527_richard_gottfried.jpg False False False
A8384A 2017 2017-06-12T11:13:47 2017-06-14 Relates to opioid reversal and peer to peer support services Relates to providing certification for peer to peer support services to individuals who have been treated for opioid overdose. HANYS is concerned about workforce challenges to secure specific personnel. Alcoholism And Drug Abuse In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 1 1009 464 THIELE Fred Thiele 464_fred_thiele.jpg False False False
A8469 2017 2017-06-16T13:11:41 2017-06-16 Requires election for registration for organ, eye and tissue donations to be included upon applications for student loans and aid; repealer Requires that space be provided on applications for student loan and aid progams, for the applicant to register in the "donate life registry" for organ, eye and tissue donation established pursuant to section 4310 of the public health law. Support. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 51 972 504 ORTIZ Felix Ortiz 504_felix_ortiz.jpg False False False
A8523 2017 2017-06-19T18:38:46 2017-06-19 Relates to prescribing opioids to a minor Relates to prescribing opioids to a minor; prohibits practitioners from prescribing to a minor more than a seven day supply of any controlled substance containing an opioid and requires practitioners to obtain written parental consent before issuing a first prescription of a controlled substance containing an opioid to a minor; establishes exceptions. No Position. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 67 982 520 ROSENTHAL Linda Rosenthal 520_linda_rosenthal.jpg False False False
A8538 2017 2017-06-20T17:18:47 2017-06-20 Relates to patient counseling before issuing a prescription for a schedule II opioid Relates to patient counseling before issuing a prescription for a schedule II opioid; requires practitioners to consult with the patient regarding the quantity of the opioid and the patient's option to fill the prescription in a lesser quantity, and to inform the patient of the risks associated with opiate addiction and document the reason for the prescription. No Position. Higher Education In Assembly Committee ASSEMBLY 67 982 520 ROSENTHAL Linda Rosenthal 520_linda_rosenthal.jpg False False False
S1033 2017 2017-01-06T10:56:43 2017-01-06 Provides a tax check off box on personal income tax return forms for the life pass it on trust fund Provides a tax check off box on personal income tax return forms for the life pass it on trust fund for gifts for organ and tissue donation outreach and research. Support. Investigations And Government Operations In Senate Committee SENATE 38 1072 370 CARLUCCI David Carlucci 370_david_carlucci.jpg False False False
S1206 2017 2017-01-06T15:07 2017-05-17 Makes permanent the provisions of Lauren's law, providing for the election to or declining to elect to register in the donate life registry for organ and tissue donation Makes permanent the provisions of Lauren's law, providing for the election to or declining to elect to register in the donate life registry for organ and tissue donation. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 38 1072 370 CARLUCCI David Carlucci 370_david_carlucci.jpg False False False
S1241A 2017 2017-01-06T16:07:05 2017-05-08 Relates to notice of eligibility for medical assistance under the excess income program Requires written notice to individuals eligible for the excess income program of the option to participate in a qualifying pooled trust as a means of qualifying for medical assistance. Support. Senate Floor Calendar SENATE 62 957 885 ORTT Robert Ortt 885_robert_ortt.jpg False False False
S1331 2017 2017-01-09T10:45:02 2017-01-09 Relates to the provisional credentialing of physicians Relates to the provisional credentialing of physicians. Support. Insurance In Senate Committee SENATE 53 951 395 VALESKY David J. Valesky 395_david_j._valesky.jpg False False False
S1818 2017 2017-01-11T09:58:28 2017-01-11 Relates to requiring mandated reporters to receive coursework or training regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment Requires mandated reporters to receive coursework or training regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment every three years. Oppose. This bill is duplicative of existing policies. Higher Education In Senate Committee SENATE 63 929 429 KENNEDY Timothy M. Kennedy 429_timothy_m._kennedy.jpg False False False
S1887 2017 2017-01-11T10:53:32 2017-01-11 Provides protection to employees and former employees from retaliatory actions by employers for the reporting of illegal business activities Provides protection to employees and former employees from retaliatory actions by employers for the reporting of illegal business activities. Oppose. While supporting appropriate protections for healthcare workers, this bill is both greatly expansive as well as duplicative of current laws. Labor In Senate Committee SENATE 11 920 391 AVELLA Tony Avella 391_tony_avella.jpg False False False
S2099 2017 2017-01-12T10:32:06 2017-01-12 Requires insurance companies to provide at least ninety days of rehabilitation services to an insured upon a doctor's prescription Requires insurance companies to provide at least ninety days of rehabilitation services to an insured upon a doctor's prescription. No Position. Insurance In Senate Committee SENATE 48 949 423 RITCHIE Patty Ritchie 423_patty_ritchie.jpg False False False
S2162A 2017 2017-01-12T11:27:27 2017-05-02 Relates to designating human organ delivery vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles Designates human organ delivery vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles which shall permit the operator of such vehicles certain privileges when involved in an emergency operation. Support. Transportation In Assembly Committee SENATE 41 1018 890 SERINO Susan Serino 890_susan_serino.jpg False False False
S2191 2017 2017-01-12T12:17:14 2017-01-12 Provides public and private employees right to review personnel file Provides public and private employees the right to review their personnel file. Oppose. Providers already accomplish most of what is being proposed in this costly mandate. Labor In Senate Committee SENATE 21 925 416 PARKER Kevin S. Parker 416_kevin_s._parker.jpg False False False
S2247 2017 2017-01-12T15:22:27 2017-06-07 Authorizes health care facilities and professions to pay for the fair market value of practice management, billing or health information technology services Authorizes healthcare facilities and professionals to pay for the fair market value of practice management, billing or health information technology services. Support. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2248 2017 2017-01-12T15:22:27 2017-04-24 Directs hospitals, office-based surgery practices and health care providers who accept walk-in patients, who are not regularly seen by the provider, to utilize and maintain an electronic health records system Directs hospitals, office-based surgery practices and health care providers who accept walk-in patients, who are not regularly seen by the provider, to utilize and maintain an electronic health records system that connects to the local regional health information organization to facilitate exchange of health care information. No position. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2273 2017 2017-01-12T16:02:29 2017-06-21 Provides nonprofit organizations real property exemption, at local option, for those promptly applying that purchase after municipality's taxable status date Grants a real property tax exemption, at the option of the local taxing authority, to nonprofit organizations that purchase real property after the particular municipality's levy of taxes or taxable status date if the organization files an application for exemption with the assessor. Support. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2495 2017 2017-01-13T17:52:27 2017-05-12 Grants the transplant council the power to make recommendations to the commissioner of health relating to organ donation, procurement organizations, banks and storage Grants the transplant council the power to make recommendations to the commissioner of health relating to organ donation, transplantation, procurement organizations, banks and storage; requires the council to make such recommendations annually. Support. Signed by Governor SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False True False
S2496 2017 2017-01-13T17:52:27 2017-05-02 Enacts the "living donor protection act of 2017" Enacts the "living donor protection act of 2017"; prohibits discrimination in the provision of life, accident, health and long-term care insurance based on the status of an insured as a living organ or tissue donor; authorizes the provision of family leave to provide care during transplantation preparation and recovery from surgery related to organ or tissue donation; and directs the commissioner of health to develop and distribute informational materials relating to the benefits of being a living organ or tissue donor. Support. Insurance In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2497 2017 2017-01-13T17:52:27 2017-05-02 Establishes a one-time personal income tax credit for up to $10,000 for the expenses incurred by a resident taxpayer in the course of donating his or her organs for transplantation; repealer Establishes a one-time personal income tax credit for up to $10,000 for the expenses incurred by a resident taxpayer in the course of donating his or her organs for transplantation; repeals the personal income tax modification, reducing federal adjusted income, for such expenses. Support. HANYS advanced this legislation as part of our agenda. Ways And Means In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2498 2017 2017-01-13T17:57:27 2017-02-07 Enacts the "New York state living donor support act" Enacts the "New York state living donor support act" to provide state reimbursement to living organ donors, who are state residents, for medical and associated expenses incurred as a result of the organ donation, when the organ donation is made to another resident of the state; requires the provision of information on transplantation to patients with severe kidney disease. Support. Finance In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S2639 2017 2017-01-13T19:47:34 2017-04-24 Requires hospital and emergency room physicians to notify a patient's prescriber that such patient is being treated for a controlled substance overdose Requires hospital and emergency room physicians to consult the prescription monitoring program registry and to notify a patient's prescriber that such patient is being treated for a controlled substance overdose. Oppose. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 24 1084 409 LANZA Andrew J Lanza 409_andrew_j_lanza.jpg False False False
S266 2017 2017-01-03T12:49:20 2017-01-04 Relates to the closure of hospitals Relates to the closure of hospitals. HANYS has concerns that the bill will delay hospitals' ability to achieve health reform goals. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 26 923 412 SQUADRON Daniel L. Squadron 412_daniel_l._squadron.jpg False False False
S290 2017 2017-01-03T14:49:29 2017-01-04 Relates to stroke centers Relates to the designation of comprehensive stroke centers, primary stroke centers and acute stroke ready hospitals; relates to communication between centers; relates to emergency services providers; relates to assessment and transportation of stroke patients to a comprehensive stroke center, primary stroke center or acute stroke ready hospital; relates to continuous improvement of the quality of care for individuals with strokes; relates to coverage for telemedicine services; relates to the use and designation in advertising. This bill could significantly impact the current stroke designation process and needs further review to understand its impact on access, timeliness of care, and quality given NY's success in this area. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 40 1014 891 MURPHY Terrence P. Murphy 891_terrence_p._murphy.jpg False False False
S3330 2017 2017-01-20T17:19:13 2017-01-20 Enacts the "safe staffing for quality care act" Enacts the "safe staffing for quality care act" to require acute care facilities and nursing homes to implement certain direct-care nurse to patient ratios in all nursing units; sets minimum staffing requirements; requires every such facility to submit a documented staffing plan to the department on an annual basis and upon application for an operating certificate; requires acute care facilities to maintain staffing records during all shifts; authorizes nurses to refuse work assignments if the assignment exceeds the nurse's abilities or if minimum staffing is not present; requires public access to documented staffing plans; imposes civil penalties for violations of such provisions; establishes private right of action for nurses discriminated against for refusing any illegal work assignment. Oppose. Preventing passage of this bill is a top priority. HANYS is working with aligned groups to continue to strongly oppose this bill. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3568 2017 2017-01-24T15:17:11 2017-01-24 Limits denial of coverage of additional treatment related to health care services for which pre-authorization is required and was granted Limits denial of coverage of additional treatment related to health care services for which pre-authorization is required and was granted. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Insurance In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3570B 2017 2017-01-24T15:37:14 2017-06-08 Relates to procedures performed by cardiovascular technologists Relates to procedures performed by cardiovascular technologists. Support. Higher Education In Senate Committee SENATE 53 951 395 VALESKY David J. Valesky 395_david_j._valesky.jpg False False False
S3589 2017 2017-01-25T10:25:34 2017-01-25 Requires general hospitals to establish policies/procedures regarding domestic violence; to establish training programs; to designate staff to coordinate services Requires hospitals to establish policies and procedures regarding domestic violence; establishes ongoing training programs on domestic violence for all current and new hospital employees; designates a hospital staff member to coordinate services to victims; provides for the interaction of hospitals with community domestic violence service providers in order to coordinate services to victims of domestic violence; requires hospitals to offer to contact a local advocate when admitting or treating a confirmed or suspected victim of domestic violence. There are an increasing number of bills that impose social service mandates on hospitals. HANYS urges judicious consideration of such legislation. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 21 925 416 PARKER Kevin S. Parker 416_kevin_s._parker.jpg False False False
S3661 2017 2017-01-25T12:20:40 2017-06-21 Prohibits disclosure of testimony of a party to a health care quality assurance or peer review proceeding Prohibits the disclosure and discovery of the testimony of a party to a health care quality assurance or peer review proceeding; further adds the failure to cooperate and participate in the quality assurance, reporting, activities, requirements and procedures covered under such discovery to the definition of professional misconduct. Support. Codes In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3662 2017 2017-01-25T12:20:40 2017-06-21 Establishes the category of "qualified group practice" for medical, dental and podiatric practices that comply with certain standards Establishes the category of "qualified group practice" for medical, dental and podiatric practices that comply with certain standards and authorizes such practices to operate a malpractice prevention program. Support. Codes In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3663 2017 2017-01-25T12:20:40 2017-05-02 Enacts the health care consumer and provider protection act relating to collective negotiations by health care providers with certain health care plans Enacts provisions relating to collective negotiations by health care providers with certain health care plans in certain counties; applies to health benefit plans that provide benefits for medical or surgical expenses incurred as a result of a health condition, accident or sickness, including an individual, group, blanket or franchise insurance policy or insurance agreement offered by certain enumerated entities. HANYS opposed earlier versions of this bill and continues to assess the newer bill's implications. Finance In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3696A 2017 2017-01-25T16:05:55 2017-06-15 Relates to requiring a medical facility or related services to obtain express prior written consent before the making and/or broadcasting of visual images of a patient's medical treatment Relates to requiring a medical facility or related services to obtain express prior written consent before filming and/or broadcasting of visual images of a patient's medical treatment. Oppose. This bill holds providers responsible for events beyond their control and creates new liability concerns. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 22 938 422 GOLDEN Martin J. Golden 422_martin_j._golden.jpg False False False
S3867A 2017 2017-01-27T15:05:19 2017-06-20 Establishes the "newborn health and safe sleep pilot program" Establishes the "newborn health and safe sleep pilot program" within the department of health to provide baby boxes in areas of the state with high infant mortality rates or poor birth outcomes; such baby boxes shall be a safe place for infants to sleep, with a firm mattress and a fitted sheet, and include infant safe sleeping information for new parents. No Objection. Passed Assembly SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S3939 2017 2017-01-30T16:04:19 2017-05-23 Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists. Should dentists be added, funding must be provided separate from the current program. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 57 942 414 YOUNG Catharine Young 414_catharine_young.jpg False False False
S3942 2017 2017-01-30T16:19:19 2017-01-30 Requires the provision of a warranty on certain medical devices Requires the provision of at least a 5 year warranty on electronic medical devices and implantable hip and knee medical devices. While the bill is an improvement over previous versions, it still includes notification requirements on hospitals. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S4241A 2017 2017-02-06T16:27:35 2017-06-21 Relates to establishing protections from excessive hospital emergency charges Relates to establishing protections from excessive hospital emergency charges; includes hospital charges. Oppose. Oppose. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 51 950 371 SEWARD James L. Seward 371_james_l._seward.jpg False False False
S4611A 2017 2017-02-22T10:29:23 2017-06-21 Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional. Support. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 40 1014 891 MURPHY Terrence P. Murphy 891_terrence_p._murphy.jpg False False False
S4741 2017 2017-02-27T14:18:38 2017-06-05 Establishes the rural health council Establishes the rural health council within the Charles D. Cook office of rural health to advise the commissioner of health on rural health matters, to assist such office, contribute to the biennial report on rural health, and act as an advocate on rural health matters. No Position. Senate Floor Calendar SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S474B 2017 2017-01-03T18:54:43 2017-05-02 Requires election for registration for organ, eye and tissue donations to be included upon certain state forms; repealer Requires that space be provided on applications for the practice of a profession or occupation, state income tax returns, applications to register a motor vehicle, for the applicant to register in the "donate life registry" for organ, eye and tissue donation established pursuant to section 4310 of the public health law. Support. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 13 930 428 PERALTA Jos� Peralta 428_jos�_peralta.jpg False False False
S4840 2017 2017-03-03T09:12:49 2017-03-03 Provides for establishment of the New York Health plan Establishes the New York Health program, a comprehensive system of access to health insurance for New York state residents; provides for administrative structure of the plan; provides for powers and duties of the board of trustees, the scope of benefits, payment methodologies and care coordination; establishes the New York Health Trust Fund which would hold monies from a variety of sources to be used solely to finance the plan; enacts provisions relating to financing of New York Health, including a payroll assessment, similar to the Medicare tax; establishes a temporary commission on implementation of the plan; provides for collective negotiations by health care providers with New York Health. No Position. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 33 926 377 RIVERA Gustavo Rivera 377_gustavo_rivera.jpg False False False
S5016A 2017 2017-03-06T11:49:03 2017-06-21 Relates to comprehensive emergency management provisions for home care and hospice in counties and in cities with a population of one million or more Relates to comprehensive emergency management plans' provisions for homecare and hospice in counties and in cities with a population of one million or more. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 24 1084 409 LANZA Andrew J Lanza 409_andrew_j_lanza.jpg False False False
S5342 2017 2017-03-22T11:57:28 2017-06-29 Extends the authority of the commissioner of health to issue certificates of public advantage Extends the authority of the commissioner of health to issue certificates of public advantage. Support. Signed by Governor SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False True False
S5584B 2017 2017-04-18T12:51:26 2017-06-15 Establishes requirements for registered and certified pharmacy technicians Establishes requirements for registered and certified pharmacy technicians; requires persons working in a pharmacy who directly assist licensed pharmacists to dispense prescriptions or have authority to add or to modify prescription records maintained in the pharmacy computer system to be registered or certified as a pharmacy technician. No Position. Higher Education In Assembly Committee SENATE 47 1017 393 GRIFFO Joseph A. Griffo 393_joseph_a._griffo.jpg False False False
S5588 2017 2017-04-18T15:56:38 2017-06-08 Authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services Authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services as part of the hospital-home care-physician collaboration program. Support. HANYS worked with various parties toward a consensus but issues are open. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S5661B 2017 2017-04-24T13:25:21 2017-06-20 Establishes the enhanced safety net hospital program to provide for the payment, solely by the state, of enhanced medical assistance payments to certain hospitals Establishes the enhanced safety net hospital program to provide for the payment, solely by the state, of enhanced medical assistance payments to hospitals which serve the uninsured or recipients of medical assistance, are public sector hospitals, or are federally designated as critical access or sole community hospitals. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 45 947 379 LITTLE Betty Little 379_betty_little.jpg False False False
S5662A 2017 2017-04-24T13:45:22 2017-06-20 Establishes the rate of medical assistance payments for care to recipients in hospice residences Establishes the rate of medical assistance payments for care to recipients in hospice residences. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 53 951 395 VALESKY David J. Valesky 395_david_j._valesky.jpg False False False
S5670 2017 2017-04-24T16:05:30 2017-06-13 Relates to patient counseling before issuing a prescription for a schedule II opioid Relates to patient counseling before issuing a prescription for a schedule II opioid; requires practitioners to consult with the patient regarding the quantity of the opioid and the patient's option to fill the prescription in a lesser quantity, and to inform the patient of the risks associated with opiate addiction and document the reason for the prescription. No Position. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 52 952 913 AKSHAR Fredrick J Akshar II False False False
S576 2017 2017-01-03T20:09:46 2017-01-04 Requires every general hospital to have a community advisory board Requires every general hospital to have a community advisory board. Oppose. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 27 921 438 HOYLMAN Brad Hoylman 438_brad_hoylman.jpg False False False
S5779A 2017 2017-04-28T15:08:06 2017-06-21 Requires health insurers to provide health care providers with the coverage a policyholder or covered person has, when liability is unclear Requires health insurers to provide health care providers with the coverage a policyholder or covered person has, when liability for a health care claim is not reasonably clear. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S5781 2017 2017-04-28T15:08:06 2017-06-20 Requires the pre-licensing course to operate a motor vehicle to include information on organ and tissue donation and how to register as an organ donor Requires the pre-licensing course to operate a motor vehicle to include information on organ and tissue donation and how to register as an organ donor. Support. HANYS advanced this legislation as part of our agenda. Transportation In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S5870 2017 2017-05-04T09:19:45 2017-06-21 Enacts the health care professional transparency act Enacts the health care professional transparency act; prohibits health care professionals from using deceptive or misleading advertising. Oppose. HANYS has concerns with the requirement that I.D. badges be worn during all patient encounters, as it may conflict with infection control, patient, and employee safety. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 47 1017 393 GRIFFO Joseph A. Griffo 393_joseph_a._griffo.jpg False False False
S5949 2017 2017-05-08T14:50:54 2017-06-14 Relates to prescribing opioids to a minor Relates to prescribing opioids to a minor; prohibits practitioners from prescribing to a minor more than a seven day supply of any controlled substance containing an opioid and requires practitioners to obtain written parental consent before issuing a first prescription of a controlled substance containing an opioid to a minor; establishes exceptions. No Position. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 52 952 913 AKSHAR Fredrick J Akshar II False False False
S5998 2017 2017-05-10T09:53:31 2017-06-19 Relates to disaster preparedness Relates to disaster preparedness. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 3 955 893 CROCI Thomas Croci 893_thomas_croci.jpg False False False
S6012 2017 2017-05-10T10:03:32 2017-06-19 Relates to school-based health centers Relates to services provided by school-based health centers to be provided to medical assistance recipients through managed care programs. Support. SBHC's Passed Assembly SENATE 51 950 371 SEWARD James L. Seward 371_james_l._seward.jpg False False False
S6053 2017 2017-05-10T16:33:57 2017-06-19 Prohibits requiring prior authorization for the provision of coverage of services in a neonatal intensive care unit Prohibits requiring prior authorization for the provision of coverage for services provided in a neonatal intensive care unit. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Passed Assembly SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6078 2017 2017-05-11T09:17:52 2017-06-20 Relates to prohibiting charges for certain health records needed for government benefits or programs Relates to health record access for government benefits or programs; prohibits providers and facilities from charging fees for providing access to or copies of records needed by a patient for an application, claim or appeal for a government benefit or program. No Position. Passed Assembly SENATE 53 951 395 VALESKY David J. Valesky 395_david_j._valesky.jpg False False False
S6196 2017 2017-05-11T14:43:12 2017-06-15 Requires election for registration for organ, eye and tissue donations to be included upon applications for student loans and aid; repealer Requires that space be provided on applications for student loan and aid progams, for the applicant to register in the "donate life registry" for organ, eye and tissue donation established pursuant to section 4310 of the public health law. Support. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 13 930 428 PERALTA Jos� Peralta 428_jos�_peralta.jpg False False False
S6364 2017 2017-05-11T17:38:24 2017-06-21 Relates to the definition of "hospice residence" with regard to the percentage of their capacity that are dually certified inpatient beds Authorizes, upon approval of the commissioner of health, a hospice residence to have up to 50% of its resident capacity be dually certified hospice inpatient beds. Support. Senate Floor Calendar SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6383 2017 2017-05-11T17:53:25 2017-05-11 Relates to establishing hospital-sponsored off campus emergency departments Establishes hospital-sponsored off campus emergency departments as a "hospital" and sets out specific standards for operations, staffing and capacity requirements. Oppose. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 45 947 379 LITTLE Betty Little 379_betty_little.jpg False False False
S6509A 2017 2017-05-30T09:33:29 2017-06-19 Relates to opioid reversal and peer to peer support services Relates to providing certification for peer to peer support services to individuals who have been treated for opioid overdose. HANYS is concerned about workforce challenges to secure specific personnel. Alcoholism And Drug Abuse In Assembly Committee SENATE 60 1095 1099 JACOBS Chris Jacobs no_image.jpg False False False
S6547 2017 2017-06-01T16:47:14 2017-06-15 Establishes a health care proxy registry within the department of health Establishes a health care proxy registry within the department of health to maintain the health care proxies of persons electing to submit proxies to such registry and to provide access thereto by attending health care providers and the principal of the health care proxy. HANYS has questions related to how the registry will be implemented and monitored. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6559 2017 2017-06-02T16:02 2017-06-21 Expands payments for reserved bed days in residential health care facilities; repealer Expands payments for reserved bed days in residential health care facilities; repeals provisions directing the commissioner of health to establish a prospective per diem adjustment for certain nursing homes so as to achieve a eighteen million dollar savings during each state fiscal year. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6726 2017 2017-06-15T10:40:26 2017-06-20 Extends the expiration of Kendra's law Extends the expiration of Kendra's law from June 30, 2017 to June 30, 2022. Support. Senate Floor Calendar SENATE 57 942 414 YOUNG Catharine Young 414_catharine_young.jpg False False False
S6768 2017 2017-06-16T16:46:55 2017-06-19 Relates to requiring that all RPNs either have or obtain a bachelor's degree within 10 years of initial licensure Relates to the formation of a temporary nursing program evaluation commission; require that all RPNs either have or obtain a bachelor's degree within 10 years of initial licensure; exemptions. Support. Passed Assembly SENATE 2 1089 399 FLANAGAN John J. Flanagan 399_john_j._flanagan.jpg False False False
S6781 2017 2017-06-16T20:07:09 2017-06-16 Provides for the awarding of damages in causes of action for medical, dental and podiatric malpractice; repealer Provides for the awarding of damages in causes of action for medical, dental and podiatric malpractice. Support. Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6795 2017 2017-06-18T22:49:10 2017-06-18 Relates to expanding the function of the New York state medical indemnity fund such that it will serve as a funding source for future health care costs Relates to expanding the function of the New York state medical indemnity fund such that it will serve as a funding source for future health care costs associated with neurological injuries resulting from medical services provided or not provided. Support, but must be appropriately funded Rules In Senate Committee SENATE 6 1011 424 HANNON Kemp Hannon 424_kemp_hannon.jpg False False False
S6802 2017-06-18T23:54:14 2017-06-18 Relates to identification of expert witnesses Relates to identification of expert witnesses; provides for expert witness depositions in medical malpractice cases. Support. Rules In Senate Committee False False False
S783 2017 2017-01-04T16:01:07 2017-06-13 Authorizes any prosecutor of competent jurisdiction to receive referrals from certain agencies Authorizes any prosecutor of competent jurisdiction to receive referrals from certain agencies. Oppose. Health In Assembly Committee SENATE 38 1072 370 CARLUCCI David Carlucci 370_david_carlucci.jpg False False False
S834 2017 2017-01-05T10:54:29 2017-01-05 Relates to rates of reimbursement for telehealth services Relates to rates of reimbursement for telehealth services; requires insurers to reimburse telehealth providers at the same rate as they would if the services had been provided in person. Support. HANYS advanced this bill as part of our managed care reform agenda. Health In Senate Committee SENATE 57 942 414 YOUNG Catharine Young 414_catharine_young.jpg False False False
S898 2017 2017-01-05T12:49:36 2017-06-13 Authorizes the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services to provide funding to substance use disorder and gambling programs operated by for profit agencies Authorizes the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services to provide funding to substance use disorder and/or compulsive gambling programs operated by for profit agencies. There is a need to ensure that non- profits are not adversely impacted. Alcoholism And Drug Abuse In Assembly Committee SENATE 46 954 892 AMEDORE George Amedore 892_george_amedore.jpg False False False
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