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NY S04790

NY S04790
Requires hepatitis C virus testing of newborns.


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Introduced
02/12/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to requiring hepatitis C virus testing of newborns

AI Summary

This bill requires the New York Commissioner of Health to establish a comprehensive program for the testing of newborns for the presence of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) and/or antibodies to such virus. The goal is to improve the health outcomes of newborns and increase access to care and treatment for newborns infected with or exposed to HCV and their mothers. The bill also requires the Commissioner to promulgate regulations governing the implementation of the testing program, including the administration of testing, counseling, tracking, disclosure of test results, follow-up reviews, and educational activities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/05/2022)

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