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Access to Family Building Act: Protecting Fertility Treatment Rights

This act aims to ensure citizens' right to access assisted reproductive technologies, such as IVF, without undue limitations. It also protects the rights of healthcare providers in this field. As a result, individuals seeking to have children will have more secure access to fertility treatments, and states will be prevented from imposing excessive barriers.
Key points
Establishes an individual right to access assisted reproductive technology and continue treatment.
Protects the right to decide on the use of reproductive genetic materials (e.g., gametes).
Healthcare providers have the right to perform these services and provide related information.
The act allows for lawsuits against states or officials who violate these rights, with potential for damages and legal fee recovery.
State laws regarding insurance coverage for assisted reproductive technologies remain unaffected.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2049
Sponsor: Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]
Process start date: 2025-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access to Family Building Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2049.

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 2025-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes an individual right to access assisted reproductive technology and continue treatment.
  • Protects the right to decide on the use of reproductive genetic materials (e.g., gametes).
  • Healthcare providers have the right to perform these services and provide related information.
  • The act allows for lawsuits against states or officials who violate these rights, with potential for damages and legal fee recovery.
  • State laws regarding insurance coverage for assisted reproductive technologies remain unaffected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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