Assembly bill · A1023 (2025-26)
Requires the provision of video communication devices to certain patients during any time when visitor access is limited
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Maritza Davila (Assembly Member, District 53, Democratic)
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Summary
Requires video communication devices for patients or residents in nursing homes, hospitals or facilities providing health related services when visitor access is limited; requires that as part of a disaster preparedness plan that nursing homes, adult homes, enriched housing programs, and assisted living facilities provide video communication devices to patients for use when visitor access is limited, including, but not limited to during a designated state of emergency or a state disaster emergency.
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Amends the Public Health Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Health · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Health · New York State Senate.
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- Republican2
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
NY Assembly
- Jan 8, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
NY Assembly
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