February 4, 2022 News Headlines

The new congressional redistricting maps were approved by the New York state Legislature and signed by Gov. Hochul this week. They will be in effect for the primary and mid-term elections this year, and remain in place through 2032. GOP officials have filed a lawsuit challenging the new maps.

Save the date for our virtual healthcare advocacy day featuring conversations with key legislators March 2.

This week, the following chapter amendments passed both houses of the Legislature and are now awaiting delivery to Gov. Hochul:

• Essential support person for hospitalized individuals (A.8751/S.7884)
• Screening of newborns for genetic disorders (A.8836/S.7694)
• Reporting on excessive alcohol consumption and opioid overuse data (A.8776/S.7798)
• Midwifery birth centers (A.8835/S.7835)
• Antimicrobial stewardship programs (A.8787/S.7717)
• Study on medical care during COVID-19 pandemic (A.8774/S.7817)

Please see our summary chart for a complete list of bills of interest that have passed both houses during the 2022 legislative session.

Their collaborative task force improved patient satisfaction in the ED, decreasing door-to-care time and improving care quality. Learn more in our Member Spotlight.

Regional state budget briefings: Day one
Feb. 9

Using APIC's IPC Acuity Scale for crisis situations
Feb. 10

Regional state budget briefings: Day two
Feb. 11

Standing membership call
Feb. 15

Leveraging the emergency department to improve antibiotic use
Feb. 16

HANYS government relations update call
Feb. 18

Models of hospital-homecare electronic health record integration
Feb. 24