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Access to Birth Control: Pharmacies Must Ensure Availability and No Obstacles

New regulations aim to ensure that pharmacies consistently provide approved contraception and related medications. This means pharmacies cannot refuse to dispense these products or hinder their purchase, making it easier for citizens to access family planning and healthcare.
Key points
Pharmacies must immediately dispense in-stock contraception and related medications.
If a product is out of stock, the pharmacy must offer to order it or refer the customer to another pharmacy that has it.
Pharmacy employees are prohibited from intimidating, harassing, or misleading customers regarding contraception.
Violations can result in financial penalties for pharmacies and allow affected citizens to seek damages.
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Print number: 117_S_3223
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-11-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access to Birth Control Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3223.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pharmacies must immediately dispense in-stock contraception and related medications.
  • If a product is out of stock, the pharmacy must offer to order it or refer the customer to another pharmacy that has it.
  • Pharmacy employees are prohibited from intimidating, harassing, or misleading customers regarding contraception.
  • Violations can result in financial penalties for pharmacies and allow affected citizens to seek damages.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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