Bill > S00353

This bill modifies the New York Public Health Law to establish a new process for appointing the state Medicaid director. Specifically, the bill provides that the Medicaid director will be appointed by the governor and must be confirmed by the state senate, which introduces a new layer of legislative oversight to this important healthcare administrative role. Currently, the method of selection for this position is not specified in law, so this bill creates a clear, formal appointment process. The bill will take effect on the first day of January following its passage and will apply to all Medicaid director appointments made on or after that date. By requiring senate confirmation, the bill aims to ensure that the person selected for this crucial healthcare leadership position undergoes legislative scrutiny and has broad support from both the executive and legislative branches of New York state government.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S353