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This bill requires private health insurance plans that provide coverage for mental health services to also include reimbursement for services provided by child advocacy centers in New York state. Specifically, the legislation mandates that when an insurance policy covers psychiatric or psychological services, it must also reimburse for services from child advocacy centers, which are specialized facilities that provide support and assistance to children who have experienced abuse or trauma. The bill limits this reimbursement requirement to child advocacy centers that are licensed, certified, or authorized by the New York Office of Children and Family Services. The new requirement will apply to all insurance policies that are issued, renewed, modified, altered, or amended after the bill's effective date. By expanding insurance coverage to include child advocacy center services, the bill aims to ensure that children who have experienced abuse or trauma can more easily access critical support and mental health services without facing financial barriers.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3032