An Act to improve sickle cell care

This bill requires health insurers to cover standard fertility preservation services (like egg/sperm/embryo storage) when a diagnosed condition - such as sickle cell disease - may cause infertility through treatment or disease progression. It applies directly to patients with such conditions and mandates coverage at the same level as pregnancy-related procedures. The bill also creates a Statewide Steering Committee on Sickle Cell Disease, including patients, medical experts, educators, and community representatives, to develop care networks, educational materials, and study basic care standards. The committee will coordinate with the Department of Public Health to improve access to services and reduce emergency care use for sickle cell patients.