What's happening
This bill requires the pre-distribution of potassium iodide to emergency facilities within 50 miles of nuclear sites and state reimbursement to counties outside the current 10-mile zone.
Why it matters
Expands emergency readiness. By mandating potassium iodide (KI) pre-distribution to key emergency and hospital facilities within 50 miles of nuclear sites, the bill increases regional preparedness for radiological emergencies, not just the areas closest to nuclear plants.
Improves public health protection. The move ensures that more populations—especially those who might not currently receive KI under the existing 10-mile zone policy—have quicker access to this critical thyroid-protecting medication in case of radioactive iodine release.
Reduces financial burden on local governments. Counties outside the 10-mile emergency planning zone will be reimbursed by the state for KI purchases, removing a cost barrier that otherwise might prevent them from stockpiling or distributing the medication.
Standardizes emergency protocols. By requiring the state to develop clear standards and protocols for KI pre-distribution in consultation with the health department, the bill aims to create a more consistent, effective, and equitable response across regions.
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Distribute Potassium Iodide Statewide
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Distribute Potassium Iodide Statewide
In Senate Committee · Veterans, Homeland Security And Military Affairs · Sponsor David Carlucci
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STATE OF NEW YORK
7946
2017-2018 Regular Sessions
IN ASSEMBLY
May 22, 2017
Introduced by M. of A. CRESPO -- read once and referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations
AN ACT relating to the distribution of potassium iodide in a radiological emergency
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. The disaster preparedness commission shall revise the New York state radiological emergency preparedness plan to mandate the predistribution of potassium iodide to personnel monitoring centers, primary MS-1 hospital facilities, and state emergency management facilities located within a fifty mile radius of nuclear power sites for distribution to populations in the event of a radiological emergency. Outside of the current 10 mile radius, the state shall reimburse counties for the purchase of potassium iodide. The commission, in consultation with the department of health, shall develop a set of standards and protocols for pre-distribution of potassium iodide as provided in this act. The provision of this act shall be implemented within amounts made available by appropriation therefor.
§ 2. This act shall take effect April 1, 2018.
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LBD01828-01-7
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