What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1610.
Military Reproductive Care Access: Paid Leave and Travel Funds for Service Members.
This bill ensures military members and their families can access reproductive health care, such as abortion and IVF, even if unavailable at DoD facilities. It authorizes up to 21 days of administrative leave and covers travel costs for obtaining this care off-base. The goal is to protect privacy and remove barriers to necessary medical procedures.
Key points
Service members are granted up to 21 days of administrative leave to receive or accompany a dependent receiving "non-covered reproductive health care" (including abortion and IVF).
The military will cover travel and transportation costs for the member or dependent seeking this specific health care outside DoD facilities.
Commanders cannot impose extra requirements like chaplain consultations or medical testing when approving this leave, prioritizing the member's privacy.
Status:
Expired
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