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Allows certain certified lactation consultants to purchase hypodermic syringes
In Assembly Committee · Health · Sponsor Michael G. Miller
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BILL NUMBER:S7994
Title of bill
An act to amend the public health law, in relation to allowing certain lactation consultants to purchase hypodermic syringes
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill would allow certified lactation consultants to purchase syringes in order to do their jobs while still maintaining restrictions on hypodermic needles.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill would amend section 3381 of the Public Health Law by adding a new subdivision, I-a.
Justification
Though well intentioned, the laws restricting the sale of syringes and hypodermic needles have unintended negative consequences on lactation consultants. Currently, they cannot buy a syringe directly and must go through a doctor instead. This intermediary is unnecessary and raises the costs of lactation consultation for new mothers.
Please note that syringes are distinct from hypodermic needles. A syringe is a hollow tube that has a plunger and is designed to hold liquids. Hypodermic needles may be fitted on to the end of the syringe for injecting medicine under the skin, for example. The difference between needles and syringes is significant because this legislation leaves the limitations on hypodermic needles intact. Without hypodermic needles, syringes cannot be used to inject illegal narcotics.
Prior legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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