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NY S07590

NY S07590
Establishes the New York Health program, a comprehensive system of access to health insurance for New York state residents; provides for administrative structure of the plan; provides for powers and duties of the board of trustees, the scope of benefits, payment methodologies and care coordination; establishes the New York Health Trust Fund which would hold monies from a variety of sources to be used solely to finance the plan; enacts provisions relating to financing of New York Health, includin


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Introduced
07/07/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law and the state finance law, in relation to enacting the "New York health act" and establishing New York Health

AI Summary

This bill establishes the New York Health program, a comprehensive single-payer health insurance system for all New York state residents. The program will be funded through a progressively graduated payroll tax on employers and employees, as well as a tax on other income. The bill creates a board of trustees to oversee the program, defines eligibility and benefits, and sets standards for health care providers and organizations participating in the program. The bill also establishes regional advisory councils to provide input on the program's implementation and development. The revenue proposal to fund the program will be submitted as part of the state budget process.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (34)

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/03/2024)

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