Supporting Families and Children in New York
Policies at the state level impact the everyday lives of families and children across New York. As lawmakers consider new legislation and updates to existing programs, it is important to understand how these decisions may affect access to health care and family supports.
Programs like Medicaid and HealthySteps are a key part of this conversation, helping many children and families get the care they need to stay healthy and thrive. Below you’ll find information on bills currently under consideration, along with resources highlighting Medicaid’s impact on families across the state.
New York Legislation
There are currently two bills being considered in New York that would expand access to critical health care for babies and their families by creating an add-on payment for pediatric practices that implement the HealthySteps model.
Virtual Panel on Medicaid
The HealthySteps National Office held a virtual panel discussion featuring experts in New York health policy, pediatrics, and direct family experiences. This event highlighted how Medicaid serves as a foundation for preventive care, early intervention, and developmental support.
View the recording
You Can Make a Difference
NY families need your support! Advocacy is extremely important for advancing and protecting policies that support healthy children and their families. Hearing constituents’ personal stories, testimonies, and opinions influences the decisions legislators make.
Below you’ll find resources and information to help you reach out to your New York representatives.
Get the Toolkit
This resource will help you prepare to call or email your representatives to ask them to support S7833A/A8048A.
Contact Your Representatives
Identify your state senator and assembly member and get their contact information.
Stay Connected
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From the Field
Opinion: Why Sustained Funding for HealthySteps is New York’s Smartest Long-term Investment for Families
Ashley Grimes, HealthySteps Specialist at St. Joseph’s Health Primary Care Center in Syracuse, NY, explains why policymakers should support the passage of legislation that provides sustainable funding for HealthySteps growth in New York.
