Bill > S07924

This bill establishes a "gender-affirming care access program" within the public health law to support and increase access to gender-affirming care, which is defined as any care provided to affirm an individual's gender identity or expression, including medical, surgical, and mental health treatments, as well as therapies, equipment, and supplies. The program, overseen by the commissioner, will provide funding to providers and non-profit organizations to expand care capacity, cover uncompensated care for those who cannot afford it or lack adequate insurance, and address practical support needs for individuals seeking this care. The bill also specifies that surgical interventions on minors with variations in sex characteristics that are not initiated by the individual patient are not considered gender-affirming care, and importantly, it prohibits the program from requesting or requiring any patient-identifying information from providers, ensuring patient confidentiality.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7924