Bill > A07906

This bill amends existing New York insurance and public health laws to require that every insurance policy providing major medical or comprehensive-type coverage include a specific section on enrollment, renewal, and online portal forms allowing insureds or applicants to register or decline registration in the Donate Life Registry for organ, eye, and tissue donations. The bill mandates that these forms must include clear and conspicuous language stating: "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 requirement applies to various types of insurance policies, including those for individual health insurance, group health insurance, and hospital and medical services, with some exceptions for forms issued by the NY State of Health Marketplace. The goal of the bill is to make organ donation registration more accessible and prominent during insurance-related processes, giving individuals an easy opportunity to choose to become organ donors while also providing the option to skip the registration if they prefer. The bill will take effect on the same date as a previously passed related law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7906