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Equal access to contraception for veterans without additional co-payments.

This act ensures veterans can access contraception through the Department of Veterans Affairs without additional co-payments. This means veterans will not have to pay for contraception if it is covered by health insurance without a cost-sharing requirement.
Key points
Veterans using Department of Veterans Affairs services will not incur additional costs for contraception.
The act eliminates co-payments for contraception if it is covered by health insurance without such requirements.
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2021-06-24
For 245
Against 181
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act
Print number: HR 239
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-01-11
Voting date: 2021-06-24
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 184
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Equal access to contraception for veterans without additional co-payments.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 239.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans using Department of Veterans Affairs services will not incur additional costs for contraception.
  • The act eliminates co-payments for contraception if it is covered by health insurance without such requirements.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 245 - 181 (Roll no. 184). (text: CR H3094)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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