Bill > S03056

This bill establishes a new family planning program in the New York State Department of Health to ensure the continuity of family planning services for providers who lost federal Title X funding as of December 31, 2016. The program will provide family planning services to individuals through providers that meet specific program requirements, which will be similar to the requirements under the original Title X federal guidelines. The bill defines key terms such as "family planning providers" as those who previously received Title X funding but subsequently became ineligible, and "family planning services" as those services provided under Title X as of the specified date. The Department of Health is authorized to adopt regulations for implementing the program and will ensure access to these services by reimbursing providers through the medical assistance program and establishing consistent program requirements. Importantly, the funding for this new program will be in addition to any existing funding, ensuring that it does not replace previous maintenance of effort commitments. The bill aims to protect and maintain family planning service access for individuals in New York State, even after changes in federal funding.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3056