NY A02732

Allows registered professional nurses and licensed pharmacists to administer or dispense emergency contraception pursuant to non-patient specific prescriptions or orders from licensed physicians, certified nurse practitioners, or licensed midwives.

Defines emergency contraception as prescription or non-prescription drugs used after intercourse to prevent pregnancy, found safe and effective by the FDA.

Requires written materials provided with emergency contraception to include clinical considerations, proper usage instructions, information on follow-up care, health risks of unprotected intercourse, and referrals for sexual abuse and domestic violence services.

Mandates that insurance policies covering contraception under articles 32, 32A, and 43 of the insurance law also cover emergency contraception when provided by prescription or order and when lawfully provided without a prescription.

Directs the Department of Health to include emergency contraception information in health education curricula, covering safety, efficacy, appropriate use, and availability; takes effect 180 days after enactment.