A7845
An act to amend the Public Health Law — 2025-06-10 · Calendar #1540
The New York State Senate unanimously passed Assembly Bill 7845, sponsored by Assemblymember Stern, to amend the Public Health Law. The bill passed 57-0 and takes effect 90 days after becoming law. Sen. Borrello explained his support for the measure, which establishes an ALS registry. Borrello cited personal connections to ALS victims and argued that the registry is important for understanding disease concentration and developing treatments and cures for the disease, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
PASSED
Ayes: 57
· Nays: 0
Debate Summary
Sen. Borrello explained his vote in support, noting the bill establishes an ALS registry. Borrello cited personal connections to ALS victims and argued that a registry is important for understanding disease concentration and developing treatments and cures for the disease.