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Federal Law Guarantees Access to Contraception and Family Planning Services.

This Act establishes a nationwide statutory right for individuals to obtain and use contraceptives and engage in voluntary family planning, overriding restrictive state laws. It protects healthcare providers who offer these services and allows citizens to sue state governments or officials who attempt to limit this access. This ensures that access to contraception is secured nationally, regardless of local regulations.
Key points
Establishes a federal statutory right for all individuals to access contraceptives and voluntary contraception methods.
Prohibits state and federal governments from enacting rules that restrict the sale, provision, or use of approved contraceptives.
Grants patients and providers the ability to file lawsuits against government entities that violate the right to contraception access.
The federal protection supersedes conflicting state laws, including those based on religious freedom claims.
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Print number: 118_S_1999
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-06-14