Bill > S00790

This bill modifies provisions related to veteran maternity care by making several technical changes to existing law. The bill expands the role of the veterans services department's liaison to include coordination with additional healthcare stakeholders like health commissioners, hospitals, health officials, obstetricians, midwives, pediatricians, and veterans advocates, specifically in relation to the veteran maternity care program. It revises the responsibilities of the maternity care coordinator, focusing on facilitating better coordination between VA maternity care coordinators, state health departments, and mental health offices. The bill removes some previously proposed provisions, such as developing a consultation system for obstetricians and modifying language about support resources. Additionally, the bill adjusts screening and follow-up support information requirements for healthcare providers working with pregnant and postpartum veterans. A key change is extending the effective date of the original legislation from 90 days to one year after becoming law, which may provide more time for implementation and preparation. The modifications aim to streamline and improve maternity care support and coordination for veterans.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S790