December 12, 2025 News Headlines

This week the following bills were signed into law:

• Digital healthcare services (Chapter 598 of the Laws of 2025)
• Mandatory coverage for lung cancer screening (Chapter 576 of the Laws of 2025)
• Language services in hospitals (Chapter 614 of the Laws of 2025)

The following bills were vetoed:

• Wrongful death (Veto No. 87)
• Age-friendly Health Systems Enhancement Act (Veto No. 59)
• Toll exemption for emergency vehicles (Veto No. 55)

Please use our State Legislation Tracker to see which bills of interest passed both houses, were signed into law or vetoed during the 2025 session.

HANYS’ Member Updates this week include messaging on the governor’s veto of wrongful death expansion; DOH WARN requirements; and an Influenza Health Advisory. See more updates on our website.

Held on Jan. 22, this virtual summit will explore how healthcare and public health professionals can sustain hope and leadership in a time of challenge. The summit is open to anyone interested in learning more about improving their healthcare system’s response to trafficking. Register by Dec. 22 to get the early bird rate.

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Digital Quality Measures on Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources
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