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Eliminating Copayments for Contraception for Veterans Using VA Healthcare.

This legislation aims to eliminate copayments charged to veterans for contraceptive items provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The change ensures that veterans will not incur any out-of-pocket costs for contraception if it is an item required to be covered without cost-sharing under federal health laws. This directly reduces healthcare expenses and improves benefit access for veterans.
Key points
Veterans receiving VA care will no longer be required to pay copayments for contraceptive supplies.
The law aligns VA coverage with standard federal requirements for free access to contraception under most health insurance plans.
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Print number: 118_HR_894
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_894.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans receiving VA care will no longer be required to pay copayments for contraceptive supplies.
  • The law aligns VA coverage with standard federal requirements for free access to contraception under most health insurance plans.
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 Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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