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Fertility Treatment for Military Families under TRICARE Program

This act introduces changes to ensure active duty service members and their families have access to fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization, under the TRICARE healthcare program. This means that costs associated with infertility diagnosis and treatment will be covered, potentially providing significant financial relief to many military families trying to conceive.
Key points
TRICARE will cover fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization, for active duty service members and their dependents.
The act specifies a limit of three completed oocyte retrievals and unlimited embryo transfers for in vitro fertilization.
A program for fertility-related care coordination will be established to ensure timely patient access to treatment.
These changes will apply to services provided on or after October 1, 2027.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2557
Sponsor: Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51]
Process start date: 2025-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

IVF for Military Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2557.

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 2025-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TRICARE will cover fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization, for active duty service members and their dependents.
  • The act specifies a limit of three completed oocyte retrievals and unlimited embryo transfers for in vitro fertilization.
  • A program for fertility-related care coordination will be established to ensure timely patient access to treatment.
  • These changes will apply to services provided on or after October 1, 2027.
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. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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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