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NY A10664
NY A10664Establishes the New York state public health care option program to provide a comprehensive and affordable health care insurance option for all residents of this state; establishes the New York state public health care option program fund.
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Introduced
08/12/2022
08/12/2022
In Committee
08/12/2022
08/12/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to establishing the New York state public health care option program; and to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the New York state public health care option program fund
AI Summary
This bill establishes the New York State Public Health Care Option Program, which will provide a comprehensive and affordable health care insurance option for all residents of the state. The bill outlines the powers and responsibilities of the program's commissioner, including setting premiums and other member costs, establishing coverage and participating providers, and seeking federal waivers. It also creates a board of trustees to oversee the program and a dedicated fund to support its operations. The bill aims to make the program a competitive and affordable alternative to commercially available health plans.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
referred to health (on 08/12/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A10664 | 08/12/2022 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A10664&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A10664 | 08/12/2022 |
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