NY A04219

Directs the New York State Department of Health Commissioner to conduct a study on cancer cluster incidences in all cities and towns with populations exceeding 90,000 as determined by the most recent federal decennial census.

Study must analyze high-risk neighborhoods and examine disparities in income, race and ethnicity, public and private housing, proximity to major air pollution sources, proximity to carcinogen sources, and effectiveness of existing medical facilities.

Study shall include recommendations for evidence-based interventions to address the high burden of cancer clusters in each participating city and town.

Defines "cancer cluster" as a greater-than-expected number of cancer cases occurring within a group of people in a geographic area over a period of time.

Study completion and publication on the Department of Health website required by September 30, 2025.