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NY A10211
NY A10211Requires medicaid and insurers to include coverage for testing of PFAS levels in blood; defines PFAS.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the insurance law and the social services law, in relation to insurance coverage for testing for PFAS levels in blood
AI Summary
This bill mandates that insurance policies providing comprehensive medical coverage, as well as Medicaid, must cover testing for PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) levels in blood when ordered by a qualified healthcare provider. PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals found in many consumer products. This coverage requirement applies to various types of insurance, including those offered by medical expense indemnity corporations and health service corporations, and is also extended to medical assistance programs under social services law, with a provision that this coverage will only be provided if federal funding is available. The bill takes effect on January 1st of the year following its enactment and applies to policies and contracts issued or modified on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to insurance (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A10211 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A10211&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A10211 |
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