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Representatives aren’t always aware of what their constituents are concerned about. The best way to make them aware is to contact their office directly (calling is most effective!). Here are some specific bills and funds positively affecting our trans siblings in New York:
The Shield 2.0 Act will provide protection against persecution by other states for New York States protected health activity. This allows New York to become a safe haven for those unfairly charged for life-saving care, such as gender affirming care and abortions.
Read up on Senate Bill S4914A here. Call the Governor and ask them to sign the bill!
While the federal government tries to cut Medicaid, there has never been a more important time to raise protections on life-saving care. New York state democrats are pushing for a $52 Million increase to state-side Medicaid funding for gender-affirming care.
The bill is currently being discussed by Senate Committee! Please vote to support the bill at https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7924
Allies and community members in our state legislature have started the push for a $15 million fund for runaway and homeless transgender youth. Trans youth have a 120% higher chance of running away, making this a crucial point of support
Requires each state agency to ensure that all state-owned and state-leased buildings under its jurisdiction have at least one gender neutral multiple-occupancy bathroom.
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