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This bill requires insurance policies in New York that provide major medical or comprehensive-type coverage to include a specific space on enrollment, renewal, or initial online portal forms for individuals to register or decline registration in the Donate Life Registry. The bill amends several sections of the insurance and public health laws to mandate that these forms include a clear and conspicuous statement that reads: "You must fill out the following section: Would you like to be added to the Donate Life Registry? Check box for 'yes' or 'skip this question'." The legislation applies to most insurance enrollment forms, with exceptions for certain forms issued by the NY State of Health, the official Health Plan Marketplace. The goal of the bill is to make organ, eye, and tissue donation registration more accessible by integrating the option directly into insurance-related documentation, giving individuals an easy opportunity to choose to become organ donors during routine insurance processes. The bill is set to take effect simultaneously with a related law from 2022, as amended in 2024.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7287