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NY S05462

NY S05462
Establishes temporary health care staffing agencies to assist qualified health care professionals to find temporary employment at health care facilities.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
02/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to establishing temporary health care staffing agencies

AI Summary

This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for temporary health care staffing agencies in New York State, requiring them to register annually with the Department of Health and comply with detailed operational guidelines. The bill defines key terms such as "temporary health care staffing agency" (including web-based and app-based platforms), "health care facility" (hospitals, nursing homes), and "health care professional" (licensed medical personnel), and mandates that these agencies must employ their staff directly, verify credentials, prohibit recruitment of facility employees, maintain insurance and workers' compensation coverage, and limit the markup on employee wages to 15% during normal times and 30% during declared emergencies. The legislation also imposes strict requirements on agency practices, such as prohibiting non-compete agreements, preventing agencies from charging employees termination fees, banning gifts to facility staff, and mandating written contracts with health care facilities that outline performance and complaint resolution procedures. Agencies face potential registration revocation for repeated violations, and employees or facilities can sue for damages if the agencies fail to comply with the law. The bill aims to protect health care workers, ensure quality staffing, and prevent predatory practices in the temporary health care staffing industry.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 02/21/2025)

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