Bill > S02533

This bill authorizes the dispensing of abortion medication under specific conditions by licensed pharmacists, registered professional nurses, and nurse practitioners. The bill defines "abortion medication" as any FDA-approved medication used to induce abortion or manage a miscarriage. Healthcare professionals dispensing such medication must first provide a risk assessment questionnaire to identify potential health risks and a detailed fact sheet explaining clinical considerations, usage methods, and follow-up healthcare information. Pharmacists and nurses can refuse to dispense medication if they believe it could endanger the patient's health. Additionally, the bill requires insurance policies that currently cover contraception to also cover abortion medication, whether dispensed through a prescription or order, or provided through other lawful means. The legislation will take effect 18 months after becoming law, with insurance policy changes applying to policies issued, renewed, or modified after the effective date. This bill aims to expand access to abortion medication while maintaining safety protocols and ensuring insurance coverage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2533