Bill > A05412

This bill establishes a statewide fibroid study program within the New York State Department of Health to comprehensively research fibroids, a type of non-cancerous tumor that grows in or around the uterus, with a particular focus on understanding and addressing disparities in fibroid diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare access for women of color. The program will examine current research, evaluate treatment methods, identify barriers to treatment, study the symptoms and effects of fibroids on women of color, and make recommendations for improving fibroid care. The bill creates a special fund to support this research, allowing the department to provide grants to entities dedicated to reproductive health research. Recipients of these grants will be required to submit detailed applications, and the commissioner of health must provide an annual report to various state officials and the public, detailing how the funds were used, including specifics about grant recipients, award amounts, and the purposes of the grants. The goal is to advance medical understanding of fibroids and improve healthcare outcomes, especially for women of color who often face significant disparities in medical treatment.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5412