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This bill expands insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings by allowing individuals to receive mammograms at any age when they have a second degree relative with a prior history of breast cancer, in addition to the existing provisions for those with first degree relatives. The bill amends several sections of the New York insurance law, specifically modifying sections 3216, 3221, and 4303 to include second degree relatives in the criteria for covered mammogram screenings. A second degree relative typically includes grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces. The mammograms must be recommended by a physician and can be performed using traditional mammography or breast tomosynthesis (a 3D mammography technique). The bill will take effect 60 days after becoming law and will apply to all insurance policies and contracts issued, renewed, modified, altered, or amended after that date, with some technical provisions related to the timing of implementation if another related law is not yet in effect.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1158