Bill > A06571

This bill establishes a comprehensive sexual and reproductive health program in New York state designed to provide financial support and resources to healthcare providers serving low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals. The program will fund access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care services, which are defined as healthcare services and information that support an individual's physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being related to sexuality and reproduction. The New York State Department of Health will be responsible for creating and managing the program, consulting with experts in the field to ensure the program meets the needs of both providers and consumers. Funding for the program will be appropriated by the legislature and will start at the funding level of April 1, 2024, with a mandatory annual increase of at least 5%. The department will develop regulations for program implementation, and the funding will cover both service provision and administrative costs. The program aims to support community awareness of sexual and reproductive health services across New York state, with an emphasis on improving access to care for vulnerable populations.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6571