New YorkA 22502025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Relates to breast cancer screening and diagnostic testing for incarcerated individuals in accordance with certain nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines

Sponsored By: Emerita Torres (Democratic)

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Free breast cancer screening in custody

The law requires state and local prisons and jails, and other law enforcement detention sites, to offer breast cancer screening and diagnostic testing. Tests are offered at no cost to people in custody. Screening is offered every two years and follows nationally recognized, evidence-based guidelines. A doctor can recommend a different testing plan for a specific person.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Emerita Torres
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Demond Meeks
Democratic • House
Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 61 • No: 0

House vote • 2/4/2025

FLOOR Vote