Bill > S06675

This bill requires insurance policies that cover prescription drugs to also include coverage for the cost of donated breast milk across three types of insurance providers: individual health insurance policies, group health insurance policies, and contracts issued by hospital and health services corporations. The legislation aims to expand access to donated breast milk, which can be particularly beneficial for infants who cannot receive milk directly from their mothers, such as premature babies or those with medical complications. By mandating coverage, the bill helps ensure that families can obtain this critical nutritional resource without facing significant out-of-pocket expenses. The coverage requirement applies uniformly to different types of insurance policies that already provide prescription drug coverage, effectively making donated breast milk a covered medical expense. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage, meaning insurance providers will need to update their policies to comply with the new requirement as soon as the law is enacted.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6675