Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 8916 Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/19/2023, 1:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8916

Bill 117 HR 8916, also known as the Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that members of the military have access to comprehensive reproductive health care services, including contraception, abortion, and fertility treatments.

The bill specifically aims to overturn the current ban on using Department of Defense funds for abortion services in cases of rape or incest. It also seeks to expand access to contraception for servicemembers and their dependents, as well as provide coverage for fertility treatments for those struggling with infertility.

Additionally, the Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act includes provisions for education and training on reproductive health care for military medical personnel, in order to ensure that servicemembers receive high-quality and comprehensive care. Overall, this bill is designed to address the reproductive health care needs of members of the military and their families, and to ensure that they have access to the full range of reproductive health care services that they may need.

Congressional Summary of HR 8916

Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act

This bill establishes leave policies for the military departments regarding abortion care for members of the Armed Forces, including policy elements related to privacy. Additionally, the bill requires the military departments to reimburse members for travel costs incurred if a member must travel to a different jurisdiction for an abortion.

Under the bill, no member may be subject to any adverse action for requesting or taking leave in relation to abortion care.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8916

Bill HR 8916 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2022. Bill HR 8916 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 20, 2022. Bill HR 8916's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of September 20, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8916

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8916

Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers ActAccess to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers ActTo establish leave policies of the Armed Forces for a member to seek an abortion.

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