New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Law Summary (MAID Summary)
April 16, 2026
Summary of the NYS Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) law which takes effect August 5, 2026.
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Governor Hochul Sends Emergency Appropriation Bill to Legislature to Continue Spending Through April 16th Amid Failure to Reach Budget Agreement
April 14, 2026
Final budget negotiations between the Governor and Legislature have stalled due to disputes over enacting the Governor's proposed auto insurance reforms, delaying implementation of the State's Climate law for emission reduction, or increasing taxes on high earners.
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NYSAFP Mission
Guided by principles of inclusivity and community, the NYSAFP empowers family physicians, residents, and students to lead through advocacy, education, and mentorship to improve the lives of our members and our patients.
What Makes Up the NYSAFP?
There are seven commissions (or branches) of the NYSAFP:
Legislation / Advocacy
NYSAFP PAC recognizes the growing importance of advocacy in the public policy arena, to family physicians and the patients we serve.
Education
Through its educational events, NYSAFP strives to provide high-quality education for the family medicine community.
NYSAFP Governance
Get information on NYSAFP's Commissions, Congress of Delegates, and Board Information.