Bill > A11496

This bill, known as the "NYS PPE resilience & manufacturing act," mandates that state-funded health care entities, which include state agencies, hospitals, nursing homes, community health centers, and similar facilities receiving state funding or grants, must purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) manufactured in New York state for any contracts exceeding $50,000, provided the New York-made PPE is available and meets necessary specifications. The bill defines PPE as outlined in section 148 of the state finance law and specifies that state-funded health care entities encompass a broad range of institutions that receive financial support from the state, such as through Medicaid reimbursements or state grants. However, this requirement can be waived by the commissioner if the specific type of PPE is not produced in New York or if the cost of New York-manufactured PPE is more than 20% higher than comparable out-of-state options, with any granted waiver needing to be published online for public comment before a contract is finalized.