New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 8716: Relates to permitting licensed pharmacists and nurse practitioners to prescribe and order COVID-19 immunizations

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION

Plain-language summary

S 8716 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to permitting licensed pharmacists and nurse practitioners to prescribe and order COVID-19 immunizations. Primary sponsor: Michelle Hinchey (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Michelle Hinchey (Democratic/Working Families).