New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a series of bills into law aimed to expand availability to resources for new parents with young children, her office announced Wednesday.

One piece of legislation will now require a printed list of all ingredients listed in order of predominance on diapers sold in New York.

Another authorizes local social services districts to use child care block grant funds for the presumptive eligibility period.

A third will require commercial health insurance policies to cover neuropsychological exams for dyslexia when referred by a physician.

A final piece provides patients admitted to a maternal health care facility for delivery or post-delivery care to designate and have full access to a doula throughout the course of care.

“You need a network of resources to raise a family – it takes a village – and that’s exactly what we are building for new parents across New York State,” Hochul said in a statement. “With this package of laws, we are making meaningful strides toward making New York a more affordable place to raise your family. By addressing costs and expanding access to essential services, we're ensuring that every parent has the tools they need to thrive."

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