Bill A07558

Commentary: The NYS bill that authorizes long term antibiotics for certain patients with Lyme disease, and provides that physicians shall not be subject to disciplinary action for such treatment, passed the NYS Assembly yesterday, by a vote of 133 to 0. Assemblywoman Didi Barrett introduced the bill, who has been a strong advocate for the Lyme community. New York follows on the heels of Vermont, who recently passed a similar bill through their legislative body.