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NY A01285
Bill
Status
1/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
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AI Summary
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Extends Medicaid coverage to pay for kidney transplant surgery, medical care, and prescription drugs for New York residents with end-stage renal disease who are ineligible for benefits solely due to their immigration status
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Requires recipients to have undergone emergency renal dialysis for at least two consecutive years within New York state to qualify
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Proof of dialysis history must be provided through means designated by the Commissioner of Health's regulations
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Takes effect January 1 of the year following enactment, with immediate authorization for agencies to develop necessary implementing regulations
Legislative Description
Grants medical assistance eligibility for kidney transplant expenses for residents of New York with end-stage renal disease who are otherwise eligible for benefits except for their immigration status.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026