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NY S09404

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Fahy

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the New York Department of Health to certify and oversee up to two prescribed pediatric extended care centers for medically fragile children requiring continual skilled nursing care
  • At least one center must be located within the five boroughs of New York City
  • Centers must provide medical and skilled nursing services including ventilator management, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, enteral feeding, medication administration, and seizure management
  • Required services also include early-intervention and developmental therapies (physical, speech, and occupational therapy) as well as psychosocial and nutritional support
  • Commissioner must report on program effectiveness by September 30, 2030; the program expires March 31, 2031

Legislative Description

Directs the department of health to establish and administer a program for the certification, operation, and oversight of two prescribed pediatric extended care centers to provide supportive services to medically stable and medically complex children who require continual care.

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Health3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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