New YorkA 10252025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Requires the commissioner of health to consult with the office of addiction services and supports to publish certain guidance on maternal depression screenings

Sponsored By: Michaelle C. Solages (Democratic)

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Bill Overview

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More screening help for pregnant and new parents

The state health department, working with the mental health and addiction offices, must publish guidance so providers screen for depression during pregnancy and after birth. It says when to start, how often to screen, and how to refer for care. It asks providers to check for housing, food, safety, diaper needs, and barriers to care. It also includes screening for substance use and payment methods that reward screening. The department must post links to trainings on equity, bias, cultural competency, screening, treatment, patient resources, patients' rights, medicines, and trauma‑informed, patient‑centered care.

Start date for screening guidance

The law takes effect now. But section one begins on the same date as a 2024 maternal depression screening law. This lines up when the new guidance starts with that earlier law.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Michaelle C. Solages
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 62 • No: 0

House vote • 2/5/2025

FLOOR Vote