Establishes a gender affirming care program in the department of health to ensure the continuity of gender affirming care services in the state.
Impact
The implementation of S07985 is expected to have a significant impact on the laws governing healthcare in New York State. By formalizing a program dedicated to gender affirming care, the bill not only provides a legal framework for the services but also outlines the funding mechanisms necessary to support such initiatives. Importantly, it mandates that eligibility and accessibility for care be prioritized, thus addressing previously unmet needs in the healthcare system and promoting health equity for the transgender community. Additionally, it establishes procedures for the Department of Health to work with healthcare providers to tailor services according to the needs of patients.
Summary
Bill S07985 establishes a Gender Affirming Care program within the Department of Health. The bill aims to ensure the continuity of services related to gender affirming care, which includes various medical and psychological interventions designed for individuals whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth. Central to this bill is the recognition of gender affirming care as a crucial healthcare service, which underscores the state’s commitment to support transgender individuals in their health journeys. The bill encompasses the allocation of funding and resources to enable providers to deliver these essential services effectively.
Contention
Discussions surrounding S07985 may arise from concerns regarding funding allocations and the potential for conflicts in the interpretation of what constitutes gender affirming care, especially with respect to procedures for minors. Some stakeholders might advocate for stricter regulations or more comprehensive oversight on the provision of specific treatments, especially surgical interventions for young individuals. This echoes the broader national discourse regarding transgender youth and the medical services they can access. Overall, while the bill represents a progressive step towards inclusivity and support, it may also face opposition from groups wary of the implications of gender-affirming procedures on minors.
Notable_points
A notable point in the bill is the commitment to adjust funding in line with the consumer price index, which is intended to keep the program financially viable over time. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of consulting with experts in gender affirming care, aiming to ensure the program aligns with best practices and effectively meets the community's needs. The preamble of the bill strongly reflects the legislative intent to bolster transgender rights by embedding the principles of respect, access, and care continuity into state health policy.
Same As
Establishes a gender affirming care program in the department of health to ensure the continuity of gender affirming care services in the state.
Relates to consideration of gender-affirming health care or gender-affirming mental health care in child custody cases for purposes of jurisdiction, forum and enforcement of custody orders.
Relates to consideration of gender-affirming health care or gender-affirming mental health care in child custody cases for purposes of jurisdiction, forum and enforcement of custody orders.
Prohibits consideration of a law of another state that authorizes a child to be removed from their parent or guardian based on the parent or guardian allowing their child to receive gender-affirming care in custody cases; prohibits law enforcement agencies from cooperating with or providing information to any individual or out-of-state agency or department regarding the provision of lawful gender-affirming care performed in this state; prohibits the issuance of a subpoena in connection with certain out-of-state proceedings relating to seeking health or related information about people who come to New York to receive gender-affirming care; prohibits the arrest of a person for performing or aiding in the lawful performance of gender-affirming care within this state; relates to the extradition of gender-affirming care providers; relates to licensure of health care providers; prohibits insurance providers from taking adverse action against a health care provider who provides gender-affirming care.
Prohibits consideration of a law of another state that authorizes a child to be removed from their parent or guardian based on the parent or guardian allowing their child to receive gender-affirming care in custody cases; prohibits law enforcement agencies from cooperating with or providing information to any individual or out-of-state agency or department regarding the provision of lawful gender-affirming care performed in this state; prohibits the issuance of a subpoena in connection with certain out-of-state proceedings relating to seeking health or related information about people who come to New York to receive gender-affirming care; prohibits the arrest of a person for performing or aiding in the lawful performance of gender-affirming care within this state; relates to the extradition of gender-affirming care providers; relates to licensure of health care providers; prohibits insurance providers from taking adverse action against a health care provider who provides gender-affirming care.
Provides an exception from professional misconduct for the performance, recommendation, or provision of any reproductive health services or gender-affirming care by a health care practitioner performing in the scope of their duties.
Provides an exception from professional misconduct for the performance, recommendation, or provision of any reproductive health services or gender-affirming care by a health care practitioner performing in the scope of their duties.
Relates to the continuity of family planning services in the state; establishes a family planning program in the department of health to ensure the continuity of family planning services in the state; covers family planning providers who lost eligibility for federal funding under Title X of the Federal Public Health Service Act.