Assembly bill · A2715 (2025-26)
Requires comprehensive Medicaid coverage for the treatment of obesity
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Karines Reyes (Assembly Member, District 87, Democratic)
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Summary
Requires Medicaid to provide comprehensive coverage for the treatment of obesity including coverage for intensive behavioral therapy, bariatric surgery, and FDA-approved anti-obesity medication.
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Amends the Social Services Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Health · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Health · New York State Senate.
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
NY Assembly
- Jan 22, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
NY Assembly
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