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Expanded Health Services: Fertility Treatment and Adoption Aid for Veterans and Military Families.

This law significantly expands support for military families and veterans facing infertility issues. It mandates full coverage for fertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), regardless of sexual orientation or marital status. Furthermore, it introduces financial assistance for adoption for eligible veterans, helping them build a family.
Key points
The DoD and VA must provide fertility treatment (including up to three IVF cycles) for service members and veterans whose infertility was not pre-existing active duty.
Active duty members can freeze and store reproductive genetic material free of charge before combat deployments or hazardous assignments to preserve reproductive options.
Veterans dealing with infertility can receive financial assistance to cover the costs associated with adopting a child, up to a limit equal to the cost of three adoptions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2801
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Families Health Services Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2801.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The DoD and VA must provide fertility treatment (including up to three IVF cycles) for service members and veterans whose infertility was not pre-existing active duty.
  • Active duty members can freeze and store reproductive genetic material free of charge before combat deployments or hazardous assignments to preserve reproductive options.
  • Veterans dealing with infertility can receive financial assistance to cover the costs associated with adopting a child, up to a limit equal to the cost of three adoptions.
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. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

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 2025-12-26.

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