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New York · S 6288B · 2025Enacted

Statewide Hospital Language Assistance Programs

Requires hospitals statewide to maintain adequate language assistance programs so patients with limited English proficiency can access and understand their care.

Status
Signed into law
Status date
2025-12-11
State
New York
Session year
2025

Topics

Patient Rights & PrivacyHospital & Facility Oversight

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