Bill > A09211

This bill amends the New York public health law to add Gaucher disease to the list of conditions for which newborns are screened. Gaucher disease is a rare genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase, which can lead to the buildup of fatty substances in organs like the spleen, liver, and bone marrow. By requiring screening for this condition, the bill aims to enable early detection and intervention, which can help healthcare providers manage the disease more effectively and potentially reduce its long-term impacts on affected infants. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment, meaning that newborn screening for Gaucher disease would be implemented as soon as the law is signed.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9211