N.Y. Public Health Law § 268-b: Establishment of NY State of Health, The Official Health Plan Marketplace

§ 268-b. Establishment of NY State of Health, The Official Health Plan

Marketplace. 1. There is hereby established an office within the

department of health to be known as the "NY State of Health, The

official health plan Marketplace".

2. The purpose of the Marketplace is to facilitate enrollment in

health coverage and the purchase and sale of qualified health plans and

other health plans certified by the Marketplace; enroll individuals in

coverage for which they are eligible in accordance with federal and

state law; enable eligible individuals to receive premium tax credits,

cost-sharing reductions, and to access insurance affordability programs

and other health insurance programs as determined by the commissioner;

assist eligible small employers in selecting qualified health plans

and/or other, or additional health plans certified by the Marketplace

and to qualify for small employer tax credits in accordance with

applicable law; and to carry out other functions set forth in this

title.