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NY A04023

NY A04023
Relates to clarifying which entities handle the reporting of pregnancy loss; the responsibilities of health care providers and penalties for not protecting the identities of individuals who suffered a pregnancy loss.


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Introduced
01/30/2025
In Committee
01/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to reporting pregnancy losses and clarifying which agencies are responsible for such reports; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof

AI Summary

This bill relates to updating and clarifying the legal framework for reporting and handling pregnancy losses in New York State, with several key provisions. The bill replaces outdated terminology like "fetal death" with more sensitive language such as "pregnancy loss," and broadens the definition to include spontaneous miscarriages, stillbirths, and pregnancy terminations. It requires health care providers to electronically file reports of pregnancy losses within 72 hours directly with the Department of Health, with strict limitations on the information disclosed to protect the privacy of the individual experiencing the loss. The bill also establishes a process for issuing certificates of stillbirth upon request, ensuring that these documents can be obtained regardless of when the pregnancy loss occurred. Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for unauthorized disclosure of personal information related to pregnancy losses, with potential civil penalties up to $5,000 for each improper release of identifying information. The legislation aims to provide more compassionate, patient-centered documentation of pregnancy losses while maintaining individual privacy and ensuring proper medical reporting.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

referred to health (on 01/30/2025)

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