New York A02173 amends the public health law to require the governor to appoint the state Medicaid director, subject to Senate confirmation.

New York A02173 introduces a change to the public health law by specifying that the state Medicaid director must be appointed by the governor, with the requirement of confirmation by the Senate. This bill aims to establish a clear process for the appointment of the Medicaid director, ensuring that the role is filled by an individual approved by both the executive and legislative branches. The changes will take effect on January 1 of the year following the bill's enactment and will apply to all appointments made thereafter.

New York A02173 amends the public health law to require the governor to appoint the state Medicaid director, subject to Senate confirmation.

New York A02173 introduces a change to the public health law by specifying that the state Medicaid director must be appointed by the governor, with the requirement of confirmation by the Senate. This bill aims to establish a clear process for the appointment of the Medicaid director, ensuring that the role is filled by an individual approved by both the executive and legislative branches. The changes will take effect on January 1 of the year following the bill's enactment and will apply to all appointments made thereafter.