The Senate Standing Committee on Women's Issues convened on March 11, 2025, to discuss several key legislative bills aimed at improving women's health and education in New York. The meeting, led by Senator White, welcomed new member Senator April Baskin and included discussions on five significant bills.

The first bill, S520, focuses on ensuring ovarian cancer survivors have access to necessary health screenings. This bill received unanimous support from the committee and will be reported to the finance committee for further consideration.

Another important piece of legislation, S2058, aims to amend education law to require institutions to provide specific health-related resources. This initiative positions New York as a leader in women's health education, with the potential to positively impact numerous colleges across the state. The committee also moved this bill forward for further review.

Senator Prasad introduced S3193, which directs the Department of Health to create an informational pamphlet regarding laparoscopic power morcellation surgery. This bill also garnered support and will proceed to first reading.

Additionally, S3575 seeks to establish a uterine fibroids awareness and education program, while S3576 proposes a statewide fibroid study program. Both bills were moved forward by the committee, reflecting a commitment to addressing women's health issues comprehensively.

The meeting concluded with a sense of optimism about the committee's work and the potential impact of these legislative efforts on women's health and education in New York. The committee members expressed their dedication to continuing this important work in the upcoming sessions.