New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S04451

Introduced
2/5/25  
Refer
2/5/25  

Caption

Establishes the New York state preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

Summary

Bill S04451 establishes the New York State Preceptor Stipend Program, which aims to address staffing shortages in healthcare by incentivizing healthcare professionals to serve as preceptors. The program will provide a stipend of $5,000 to qualified preceptor clinicians who supervise students in clinical settings. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the chief administrative officer of the office of the professions, including the creation of application processes, regulations, and annual reviews of the program's effectiveness.

Impact

The implementation of this bill will amend the education law and state finance law by introducing a new stipend program specifically for preceptor clinicians. This change is expected to enhance the recruitment and retention of healthcare professionals in New York by providing financial incentives for those who take on the additional responsibility of training future healthcare workers. The program is designed to alleviate some of the burdens faced by healthcare workers and improve the overall quality of clinical education in the state.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be positive, as it addresses a critical issue of staffing shortages and burnout in the healthcare sector. Stakeholders recognize the importance of preceptorships in developing future healthcare professionals and view the stipend as a necessary incentive to encourage participation in these roles. However, there may be concerns regarding the funding and administrative aspects of the program.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise around the allocation of funds for the stipend program, particularly regarding the $5 million cap on first-year payments. Some may argue whether this amount is sufficient to meet the needs of all potential preceptors, while others might raise concerns about the administrative burden of managing the application and approval processes for preceptors. Additionally, there may be discussions about the criteria for qualification and the potential impact on existing healthcare training programs.

Companion Bills

NY A02331

Same As Establishes the New York state preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

Previously Filed As

NY A02331

Establishes the New York state preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

NY S04452

Establishes the Capital Region preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

NY S05660

Establishes the Capital Region preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

NY A06616

Establishes the Capital Region preceptor stipend program to be administered by the office of the professions, under which qualified preceptor clinicians shall receive a $5,000 stipend; provides for such funds to be distributed from the office of the professions account.

NY S07701

Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional.

NY S02067

Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional.

NY A02230

Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional.

NY A06460

Establishes a clinical preceptorship personal income tax credit for certain health care professionals who provide preceptor instruction to students studying to be a health care professional.

NY SB504

To Establish The Arkansas Rural Preceptorship Program Act.

NY LB305

Adopt the Preceptorship Tax Credit Act

Similar Bills

HI HB1591

Relating To Health Care.

HI SB1070

Relating To Healthcare Preceptors.

HI HB303

Relating To Healthcare Preceptors.

HI SB1070

Relating To Healthcare Preceptors.

HI HB303

Relating To Healthcare Preceptors.