New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5702: Authorizes patients to designate an essential visitor who may assist the patient and perform certain duties on behalf of the patient
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5702 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Authorizes patients to designate an essential visitor who may assist the patient and perform certain duties on behalf of the patient. Primary sponsor: Jodi Giglio (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HEALTH.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes patients to designate an essential visitor who may assist the patient and perform certain duties on behalf of the patient, including communicating with facility staff regarding the needs of the patient, providing emotional stability and company, and requesting additional care or a change in the care plan.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jodi Giglio | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | House | 2 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO HEALTH
- REFERRED TO HEALTH