New York health officials would be required to disclose a public vaccination plan for how it is ensuring the COVID-19 vaccine is being equitably distributed in the state and to people of color under a bill approved Wednesday by the state Senate.

The measure was backed by Sen. Tim Kennedy and first announced last summer amid concerns people of color would be hesitant to embrace a COVID vaccine.

New York has over the last several weeks sought to open up vaccine sites and give early preface to residents in specific ZIP codes, while also encourage Black and Latino residents to schedule an appointment.

Multiple pop-up locations have opened near churches, while the state and federal government will operate mass vaccination sites in Queens, Brooklyn, Albany, Rochester, and Buffalo.

“As the COVID-19 vaccination process continues in New York, constituents are calling my office every day looking for answers: How can they get a shot; when will they be eligible; how can they actually secure an appointment?" Kennedy said in a statement.

"Transparency and clear, detailed communication is key in times of crisis, and New Yorkers deserve a centralized, comprehensive resource at their fingertips that will provide this critical information."

The bill is meant to ensure equitable distribution of vaccines in medically underserved communities and minority communities. At the same time, the bill would require the release of anticipated guidance for phased tiers of vaccine eligibility.