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Relates to approval of demonstration projects for the operation of proton beam therapy services
In Assembly Committee · Health · Sponsor Darryl Towns
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BILL NUMBER:S8419
Title of bill
An act to amend the public health law, in relation to approval of demon- stration projects for the operation of proton beam therapy services
Purpose or general idea of bill
Requires the Commissioner of Health to authorize more than one demon- stration project located in a city with a population of one million or more for the operation of proton beam therapy services.
Summary of specific provisions
Adds a new subdivision 11 to section 2803 of the public health law requiring the Commissioner of Health to authorize more than one demon- stration project in a city with a population of one million or more for the operation of proton beam therapy services.
Justification
Proton beam therapy services is an emerging technology. There are several proton beam therapy facilities in operation in the United States. The Department of Health has solicited applications for the operation of proton beam therapy services in New York State on a demon- stration basis, as authorized by Part 705 of 10 NYCRR. The operation of more than one demonstration site in a large city will better allow the Department of Health to test the efficacy, safety and cost-effectiveness of proton beam therapy. Furthermore, estimated demand for such services exceeds maximum capacity for a single site.
Prior legislative history
None.
Fiscal implications
No impact in SFY 2010-2011.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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