Healthcare (Women's Health)

in committee · New York · Senate Aug 17, 2026

S 10683: Relates to recognizing postpartum psychosis as a condition distinct from postpartum depression and directing the department of health to create screening guidelines for the condition

Relates to recognizing postpartum psychosis as a condition distinct from postpartum depression and directing the department of health to create screening guidelines for the condition and provide information to maternal health care providers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs health department to create screening guidelines for postpartum psychosis and educate providers, improving maternal mental health care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 9662: Relates to screening for placenta accreta spectrum screenings as part of routine prenatal care

This bill directs the state health commissioner to create guidelines for including placenta accreta spectrum screenings in routine prenatal care. The new guidance will outline when doctors should start these screenings, how to identify risk factors like prior C-sections, and how to refer patients for further evaluation. It directly affects pregnant individuals and healthcare providers by establishing a standardized approach to detecting this specific pregnancy complication. The law takes effect 90 days after it is signed into legislation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates routine screenings for a serious pregnancy complication, improving patient safety and access to critical care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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passed · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

K 1338: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 14, 2026, as Black Midwives Day in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare March 14, 2026, as Black Midwives Day in New York State. The resolution honors the work of Black midwives, who provide culturally sensitive care to help improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities for birthing people. It does not change any laws or create new programs but serves as a formal recognition of the contributions these healthcare providers make to their communities. The text highlights the importance of supporting midwifery to address issues like limited access to care and higher rates of pregnancy-related complications.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill honors Black midwives to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities, directly supporting healthcare equity and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 11408: Relates to information sharing between the state board of maternal mortality and morbidity review, the New York city department of health and mental hygiene, and county health departments

Requires maternal mortality review boards to annually share information with the New York city and county health departments, including circumstances, common factors and patterns, best practices and strategies, primary data, vital records data, and any other guidance associated with reported cases of maternal mortality and morbidity.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates data sharing between maternal mortality review boards and health departments to improve public health outcomes and address maternal mortality.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

K 1121: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week in New York State. The resolution highlights the significant health disparities Black women face, noting they are up to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. By designating this week, the legislature aims to increase awareness and encourage community efforts focused on improving maternal health outcomes. The bill is a symbolic gesture that does not create new laws or funding but serves to draw attention to the issue.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of maternal health disparities to encourage community efforts and improve health outcomes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10124: Requires search engines and social media networks to include a consumer notice on limited services pregnancy center listings and posts

Requires search engines such as Google, Yahoo or Bing to include a notice to users when searching limited services pregnancy center listings that such limited services pregnancy centers provide limited medical and abortion care and may not have medical professionals onsite; requires social media networks such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Tumblr and Flickr to include such consumer notice on any posts or advertisements by such centers.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts patient access to healthcare information by mandating notices on limited services pregnancy centers, potentially limiting informed decision-making.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 11327: Enacts the "MOM safety act maternal outcomes modernization act"

Directs all hospitals, birthing centers, and licensed maternal health providers to establish structured postpartum care requirements for each patient prior to discharge, including but not limited to, scheduled follow-up care, cardiovascular screenings and maternal safety protocols, perinatal mental health screening and services, substance use disorder treatment access, and postpartum care navigation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates structured postpartum care, mental health screenings, and safety protocols, directly strengthening maternal health services and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Public Health Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 14, 2026

A 10943: Requires insurers to deposit certain funds into the reproductive health care access fund; and establishes the reproductive health care access fund

Requires insurance companies to deposit a certain percentage of premiums collected but not paid out in prior years for abortion care to the reproductive health care access fund for use for grants under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; establishes the reproductive health care access fund; relates to the use of funds under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; directs the governor to provide for funding in the state budget.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new fund and directs the governor to provide funding in the state budget, directly advancing fiscal management and appropriations for a specific program.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a fund to support reproductive health care access and grants, directly advancing healthcare services and patient rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Women's Health

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9815: Requires insurers to deposit certain funds into the reproductive health care access fund; and establishes the reproductive health care access fund

Requires insurance companies to deposit a certain percentage of premiums collected but not paid out in prior years for abortion care to the reproductive health care access fund for use for grants under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; establishes the reproductive health care access fund; relates to the use of funds under the reproductive freedom and equity grant program; directs the governor to provide for funding in the state budget.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new fund and directs the governor to include funding in the state budget, directly advancing fiscal management for a specific program.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a fund to support reproductive health care access and grants, directly advancing healthcare equity and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Women's Health

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

A 10514: Relates to screening for placenta accreta spectrum screenings as part of routine prenatal care

This bill directs the state health commissioner to create guidelines for including placenta accreta spectrum screenings in routine prenatal care. Placenta accreta spectrum is a pregnancy complication where the placenta attaches too deeply into the uterine wall, which can cause serious health risks during delivery. The new guidance will outline when screenings should begin, how often they should be repeated, what risk factors to check for, and how to refer patients for follow-up care. The bill affects healthcare providers who deliver prenatal care and pregnant individuals who may be at risk for this condition. It does not mandate specific screening practices but establishes a framework for the health department to develop standardized recommendations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates routine prenatal screening for placenta accreta spectrum, improving patient safety and access to critical healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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