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Over-the-Counter Contraceptives: Insurance Coverage Mandated

This act aims to improve access to over-the-counter oral contraceptives by requiring health insurers to cover their costs without additional fees. This means citizens will be able to obtain necessary birth control more easily and affordably, enhancing public health and family planning.
Key points
Health insurance plans must cover over-the-counter oral contraceptives without cost-sharing.
Retailers cannot interfere with access to or purchase of over-the-counter birth control, or access to accurate information about it.
The act seeks to increase access to contraception, especially for low-income individuals and those in underserved areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7894
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2022-05-27