Bill > A07192

This bill prohibits the New York State commissioner of health and the public health and health planning council from approving the establishment, incorporation, construction, or capacity expansion of for-profit nursing homes. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to the public health law that prevents any new for-profit nursing homes from being built or existing for-profit nursing homes from increasing their resident capacity. However, the bill does not apply retroactively to for-profit nursing homes that were already established, incorporated, or approved for construction prior to the bill's effective date. The legislation defines a "for-profit nursing home" as a nursing home owned or operated, either wholly or partially, by a for-profit entity. By restricting the growth of for-profit nursing homes, the bill appears aimed at limiting the expansion of commercial healthcare facilities in the state, potentially with the intent of prioritizing non-profit or public healthcare models.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7192