Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act

Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act

This bill prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs from requiring payment from a veteran for any contraceptive item that is required to be covered by health insurance plans without a cost-sharing requirement.

Bill 119 hr 211, also known as the "Contraceptive Access for Veterans Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to impose restrictions on copayments for contraception provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill seeks to ensure that veterans have affordable access to contraception through the VA healthcare system.

Specifically, the bill would limit copayments for contraception services and supplies to no more than $0 for eligible veterans receiving care from the VA. This would help to remove financial barriers that may prevent veterans from accessing the contraception they need.

In addition to addressing copayments, the bill also includes provisions for improving access to contraceptive counseling and education for veterans. This would help ensure that veterans have the information they need to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. Overall, the "Contraceptive Access for Veterans Act" aims to improve access to contraception for veterans receiving care from the VA, by reducing financial barriers and increasing access to education and counseling.