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NY A10320
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/17/2024
Primary Sponsor
Karines Reyes
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AI Summary
- Amends Public Health Law Section 2801-a to require all hospitals to have a registered professional nurse with a current unencumbered New York State license as a sitting and voting member of their governing board
- The nurse board member must participate in developing the hospital's strategic plan, structure, systems, policies and programs
- This board position may be added in addition to the maximum number of seats otherwise allowed for the governing entity
- Effective 180 days after the bill becomes law, with authorization for regulatory agencies to develop implementing rules immediately
Legislative Description
Requires hospitals to have a registered professional nurse as a sitting and voting member of the governing entity responsible for developing a hospital's strategic plan, structure, systems, policies and programs.
Last Action
referred to health
5/17/2024
Committee Referrals
Health5/17/2024
Full Bill Text
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