S 7809 New York Senate · 2023 Regular Session

Relates to HIV related testing requirements

This bill updates New York State laws to ensure that individuals are clearly informed about their rights and available resources before undergoing HIV testing. It requires healthcare providers to offer notice in multiple languages and explain key facts, such as the voluntary nature of testing, confidentiality protections, and the availability of treatments like PrEP and PEP. The legislation also mandates that people receiving positive test results be offered counseling and referrals for medical care, while negative results must include information on preventing future infection. These rules apply to most testing situations but include specific exceptions for medical research, deceased individuals, and certain occupational exposure scenarios.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2023
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Introduced Dec 13, 2023 Last action Jun 6, 2024
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Jan 3, 2024
Senate · Referred to committee
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Dec 13, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
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