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Int 0420-2026 · BillCommittee · Jan 28, 2026

A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to expanding availability of rapid self-testing for sexually transmitted infections.

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Farah N. Louis
Sponsor
Farah N. LouisDemocratDistrict 45
Cosponsors
5
Committee
Committee on Health
Introduced
Jan 28, 2026

Summary

This bill would require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to ensure accessibility for community-based organizations to rapid self-testing for sexually transmitted infections, prioritizing the organizations located in areas that have higher infection rates as determined by the department.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council

Legislative history

Last action

Jan 28, 2026