Health
Assembly
The New York State Assembly Health Committee is responsible for the development, oversight, and advancement of legislation affecting public health and healthcare systems across the state. Its focus includes access to medical care, hospital and clinic management, insurance regulation, Medicaid, infectious disease control, reproductive health, and the operation and funding of health care institutions. The committee works to improve the well-being of all New Yorkers and plays a central role in shaping statewide healthcare policy and delivery.
The Committee has direct oversight of Health Law, Public Health Law (governing hospitals, clinics, vital statistics, sanitation, and communicable diseases), Insurance Law (health insurance and managed care), and Social Services Law (Medicaid and public health programs). It also considers legislation relating to bioethics, pharmaceuticals, and emergency medical services.
Assembly Member Amy Paulin serves as Chair, with a Ranking Member from the minority party. The committee has approximately 26 members and typically meets during the legislative session, with meetings scheduled according to the Assembly calendar. The latest roster and meeting information are kept current on the Assembly’s official website.
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