Senate honors Women’s History Month with resolution; multiple senators deliver tributes The Senate adopted Resolution 17-01 memorializing the governor to proclaim March 2026 as Women’s History Month. Senators gave extended remarks citing historical leaders and urging continued policy action on pay equity, domestic violence and economic opportunity.

New York State Senate unanimously honors Women’s History Month, urging action on pay equity and domestic violence while celebrating the vital contributions of women throughout history.

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Women's Issues Committee advances several maternal-health and breastfeeding bills At its Feb. 25 meeting, the Women's Issues Committee advanced multiple bills addressing ovarian cancer survivor screening access, post-mastectomy hospital care, a permanent prenatal/postpartum app pilot, review of maternal services projects, parental coverage during infant transport, and a lactation accommodations directory.

The Women's Issues Committee is making strides in maternal health by advancing critical bills, including better access for ovarian cancer survivors and a permanent prenatal app!

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Senators Advance Domestic Violence and Women's Health Bills in New York Meeting Senators discuss and report multiple bills addressing women's health and domestic violence issues.

New York senators are taking a bold step towards health equity by pushing for free menstrual products in colleges and expanding support for expectant mothers through groundbreaking bills.

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Women's Issues Committee advances three key health and education bills Committee moves forward with bills on mastectomy care, public facilities, and menstrual education.

The Senate has just advanced three groundbreaking bills that promise to revolutionize women's health and education in New York, from enhanced hospital care to menstrual health awareness in schools.

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Senate committee votes on bill addressing transgender participation in sports Committee moves bill after debate on women's rights and transgender inclusion in sports.

The New York Senate is grappling with a heated debate on how to balance transgender rights and women's opportunities in competitive sports.

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New York Senate honors Women's Caucus for Women's History Month and recognizes community leaders Senate celebrates Women's History Month by honoring notable women and discussing systemic challenges.

The New York State Senate recently honored trailblazing women and reflected on civil rights struggles, igniting a powerful call for unity and advocacy.

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