New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03602

Introduced
1/28/25  
Refer
1/28/25  

Caption

Ensures that temporary protected status beneficiaries continue to receive Medicaid benefits if the federal government ends the program.

Summary

Bill S03602 aims to amend the social services law in New York to ensure that beneficiaries of temporary protected status (TPS) and individuals enrolled in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program continue to receive Medicaid benefits even if the federal government terminates these programs. The bill stipulates that the state will not cancel or suspend Medicaid benefits for individuals whose TPS status is revoked and will extend eligibility for Medicaid to those who were previously granted TPS or DACA, provided they meet all other requirements except for immigration status.

Impact

The passage of this bill would create a significant change in how New York handles Medicaid eligibility for immigrants, particularly those affected by federal immigration policy changes. It would protect the healthcare access of vulnerable populations who may otherwise lose their benefits due to federal actions, thereby reinforcing the state's commitment to providing healthcare to all residents regardless of immigration status.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S03602 appears to be supportive among advocates for immigrant rights and healthcare access, as it aims to safeguard essential medical services for vulnerable populations. However, there may be concerns from some lawmakers regarding the implications of extending benefits to individuals based on their immigration status, reflecting a broader national debate on immigration and healthcare policy.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential financial implications for the state's Medicaid program and the broader political debate over immigration policy. Supporters argue that the bill is necessary for humanitarian reasons and public health, while opponents may raise concerns about the precedent it sets for state-funded benefits for non-citizens and the associated costs.

Companion Bills

NY A05199

Same As Ensures that temporary protected status beneficiaries continue to receive Medicaid benefits if the federal government ends the program.

Previously Filed As

NY A05199

Ensures that temporary protected status beneficiaries continue to receive Medicaid benefits if the federal government ends the program.

NJ A4839

Requires DHS to submit Medicaid State plan amendment to federal government requesting approval to create Health Home Program for certain Medicaid beneficiaries with sickle cell disease.

NJ S3765

Requires DHS to request approval from federal government to provide rental assistance benefits to certain NJ FamilyCare beneficiaries.

NJ S4190

Requires DHS to submit Medicaid State plan amendment to federal government requesting approval to create Health Home Program for certain Medicaid beneficiaries with sickle cell disease.

LA SR1

Memorializes the Congress of the United States to take immediate action to approve funding to end the federal government shutdown and urges the United States Senate to adopt the continuing resolution passed by the United States House of Representatives that would ensure temporary funding and the uninterrupted operation of the federal government.

US SB62

America First ActThis bill limits the eligibility of certain non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) for various federal benefits and grants, makes permanent the child tax credit increase, and requires individuals to provide evidence of satisfactory immigration status prior to receiving specified benefits.The bill prohibits asylees, parolees, and individuals withheld from removal from receiving certain federal benefits, including Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), and Supplemental Security Income. The bill further restricts on the basis of immigration status benefits under federal health programs such as Medicare, emergency disaster relief, housing assistance, food assistance, early childhood assistance, student aid, and Community Development Block Grants.The bill also makes permanent the increase in the child tax credit set to expire at the end of 2025. In addition, this tax credit and the earned income tax credit are not available to asylees, parolees, individuals granted temporary protected status, individuals withheld from removal, individuals granted deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status, and non-U.S. nationals with employment-based immigrant visas.Federal aid is reduced for elementary and secondary education by 50% annually to jurisdictions that do not assist federal immigration enforcement actions (deemed sanctuary jurisdictions under the bill).The bill also removes statutory exemptions for Haitian entrants that allows such entrants to receive various aid.Certain benefits are prohibited, including Medicaid and SNAP, until an applicant’s satisfactory immigration status is proved.The bill prohibits tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organizations from using federal funds to support certain non-U.S. nationals.

MI HR0144

A resolution to urge the United States Congress to ensure continued funding for the Federal TRIO programs.

AZ HB2683

SNAP; temporary funding; federal government

US SB1505

A bill to ensure that Social Security beneficiaries receive regular statements from the Social Security Administration, and for other purposes.

AR SB62

To Terminate The Arkansas Health And Opportunity For Me Program; And To Transfer All Beneficiaries In The Arkansas Health And Opportunity For Me Program To The Traditional Arkansas Medicaid Program.

Similar Bills

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