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S 8289

Authorizes the department of health to designate a level one or level two trauma center in Far Rockaway, county of Queens

2025 Regular Session Introduced by James Sanders

Authorizes NY DOH to designate a Level I or II trauma center in Far Rockaway, improving access to high-level emergency care for residents and nearby communities.

PRINT NUMBER 8289A
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Bill Summary · S 8289

Summary of Bill S 8289A

Overview

Bill S 8289A would authorize the New York State Department of Health (DOH) to designate a Level I or Level II trauma center in Far Rockaway, located in the borough of Queens. The bill was introduced on May 30, 2025 and is currently listed as Print Number 8289A.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim is to establish official state designation for a high-level trauma center in Far Rockaway, improving access to advanced trauma care for residents of the Far Rockaway area and surrounding communities.
  • By creating a formal designation pathway, the bill seeks to ensure that appropriate facilities can meet recognized trauma care standards and coordinate with emergency medical services (EMS) and hospitals.

Key Provisions (as reflected by the bill’s title and status)

  • Authorization for DOH to designate a Level I or Level II trauma center in Far Rockaway, Queens.
  • The designation would be conferred by DOH, potentially reflecting adherence to applicable trauma care standards and related oversight (specific standards or criteria are not provided in the available text).
  • The bill establishes the framework for recognizing a facility as capable of providing high-level trauma services in this geographic area.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Residents of Far Rockaway and nearby communities: potential for improved access to timely, high-quality trauma care.
  • Hospitals and health systems in Queens: may pursue designation eligibility; could influence service offerings, staffing, and trauma program development.
  • Department of Health and EMS providers: would implement and coordinate designation processes, standards, and transfer protocols as part of emergency care systems.
  • The Assembly companion: A 8686 (indicating parallel consideration in the Assembly).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 30, 2025.
  • Legislative actions on the same date include:
    • Referred to the Senate Committee on Health.
    • Amendments (T) and Recommit to Health indicated in the record.
    • Print Number: 8289A (reflecting the amended/companion version).
  • Sponsor: James Sanders Jr. (primary sponsor).
  • Related legislation: Companion bill A 8686 (Assembly).

Legislative Context

  • The bill has a companion in the Assembly (A 8686), suggesting parallel consideration and potential for eventual conference or joint provisions if both chambers pass similar language.
  • The current status indicates active committee review with amendments, moving the measure through the standard legislative process.

Notes

  • Specific design criteria, funding implications, implementation timelines, and operational requirements are not detailed in the provided materials. The bill’s impact will depend on the standards DOH would adopt for Level I/II designation and any accompanying funding or regulatory provisions.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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