New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 9695: Relates to prohibiting insurance companies from discriminating based on genetic predisposition; repealer
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 9695 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on April 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to prohibiting insurance companies from discriminating based on genetic predisposition; repealer. Primary sponsor: Cordell Cleare (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): REFERRED TO INSURANCE.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits insurance companies from discriminating based on genetic predisposition including refusing to issue or renew, charging any increased rate, or restricting any length of coverage; prohibits insurers from requiring genetic testing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cordell Cleare | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Joe Addabbo | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Jabari Brisport | Co-sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | Senate | 25 |
| Pat Fahy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 46 |
| Chris Ryan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 50 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO INSURANCE