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NY S03817

Bill

Status

Passed

9/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Kemp Hannon

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Health to establish and maintain a website to advance women's health initiatives, educate the public, and raise awareness of women's health issues.

  • Website must provide links to resources and promote federally-mandated preventive services covered with no cost sharing, including screenings for anemia, breast cancer, cervical cancer, HIV, and gestational diabetes.

  • Website must cover contraception information (FDA-approved methods and sterilization procedures), breastfeeding support, domestic violence screening, tobacco use interventions, and well-woman visits.

  • Department should consider using social media networks to advance women's health initiatives.

  • Legislation takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Directs the department of health to establish an internet website to advance women's health initiatives.

Last Action

SIGNED CHAP.342

9/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means5/7/2014
Health1/8/2014
Health5/7/2013
Rules5/6/2013
Health2/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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