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This bill amends the public health law to add more transparency and protection to the hospital-home care-physician collaboration program. Specifically, the bill requires that any proposed waiver of health regulations under this program must first be published in the state register and allow for a 60-day public comment period before approval. The bill also explicitly prohibits waiving certain key requirements for healthcare project approvals, including an applicant's obligations to demonstrate public need, character and competence, and financial feasibility. The legislative intent section emphasizes that the original statute was never meant to allow bypassing statutory obligations or approving projects without public input. By mandating public notice and preventing the waiver of critical evaluation criteria, the bill aims to ensure that healthcare initiatives are thoroughly vetted and serve the public interest before receiving approval.

Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6282