New York State’s proposed budget includes an important provision (HMH, Part N, Subpart E) that would expand access to care and reduce wait times by removing outdated supervision requirements for experienced physician assistants (PAs) in primary care. 

New York has more than 25,000 PAs who are not being fully utilized because of unnecessary administrative rules. Allowing PAs to practice at the top of their license will shorten appointment delays, improve access to care, and strengthen the healthcare workforce, especially in communities facing provider shortages.

Your voice matters. Lawmakers need to hear from patients who are directly affected by long waits and limited access to care.

How you can help:

• Email your State Senator, Assemblymember, and Governor Hochul using our template and urge them to keep this PA provision in the final budget.
• Share your personal story about challenges accessing care or how your PA has helped you get timely, quality healthcare.
• Encourage friends, family, and neighbors to take action and help expand access to care across New York.

Together, we can ensure experienced PAs remain available to provide timely, high-quality primary care to communities across the state.