Updated Response to the NYS Assembly Bill A5337
The New York State Society for Respiratory Care opposes proposed legislation lowering educational standards for polysomnographic technologists, advocating to maintain a minimum associate’s degree due to the critical skills required for patient assessment and therapy management in sleep disorders, emphasizing the importance of accredited programs and recommending support for existing degree programs and workforce incentives to address technologist shortages.
AARC Summer Forum 2026
Join us July 13–15 in Bonita Springs, Florida for our annual Summer Forum event!
44th Annual Symposium Vendor Letter
The 44th Annual NYSSRC State Symposium hits Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel, September 17–18, 2026. This premier event offers vendors prime exhibit space, high visibility, and networking with over 225 professionals.
44th Annual NYSSRC State Symposium – Save the Date
September 17 and 18, 2026 – at Vernon Downs. The Program Brochure and online Registration will be available by mid-May 2026.
Legislative Update Regarding Amended Education Law
Governor Hochel has signed a new bill into law modifying the rules that the New York State Education Department will implement when mailing out registrations for licensees for each profession by means other than mail.