Healthcare facilities must maintain a 50% threshold of reusable protective textiles unless supply chain issues apply.

This bill amends the public health law to require healthcare facilities to maintain a 50% operating threshold of certain reusable healthcare protective textiles, such as underpads, lab coats, and surgical gowns. A reprieve may be granted for supply chain issues. Failure to comply may result in a fine determined by the commissioner. The commissioner must provide a 30-day grace period before imposing any penalties.

Healthcare facilities must maintain a 50% threshold of reusable protective textiles unless supply chain issues apply.

This bill amends the public health law to require healthcare facilities to maintain a 50% operating threshold of certain reusable healthcare protective textiles, such as underpads, lab coats, and surgical gowns. A reprieve may be granted for supply chain issues. Failure to comply may result in a fine determined by the commissioner. The commissioner must provide a 30-day grace period before imposing any penalties.