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NY A10327
Bill
Status
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Hyndman
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AI Summary
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Requires the Health Equity Council to issue mandatory directives to the Commissioner of Health regarding sickle cell disease treatment, rather than only considering feasibility of initiatives
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Mandates establishment of a statewide public education and outreach campaign for sickle cell disease screening, detection, and education targeting underserved populations
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Requires creation of regional sickle cell centers providing integrated care including pain management, mental health services, trait testing, and genetic counseling
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Directs workforce development initiatives in primary and specialty care focused on sickle cell disease treatment
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Establishes long-term surveillance requirements for tracking sickle cell disease complications, mortality, health services utilization, and costs across patients' lifespans
Legislative Description
Requires the health equity council to issue mandates related to the treatment of sickle cell disease; requires the commissioner of health to adhere to and act upon the recommendations and mandates of the health equity council.
Last Action
referred to health
2/20/2026