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NY S09295
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Hinchey
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AI Summary
- Creates the Office of Hospice and Palliative Care Access and Quality within the New York Department of Health, led by a commissioner-appointed director
- Charges the office with providing policy expertise, developing recommendations for patients with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, and facilitating communication between the department and care providers
- Requires the office to identify and eliminate barriers to hospice and palliative care services while promoting innovative delivery models and advance care planning
- Mandates equitable access to services for underrepresented communities and collaboration with the state palliative care education and training council
- Requires an annual report to the governor and legislature beginning two years after the effective date, with the act taking effect 180 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Establishes the office of hospice and palliative care access and quality to provide expertise and input on hospice and palliative care policy development and regulation.
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH
2/25/2026
Committee Referrals
Health2/25/2026
Full Bill Text
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