Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3471 Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3471

Bill 118 HR 3471, also known as the Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023, aims to improve access to contraception for individuals in the United States. The bill seeks to address barriers that prevent people from obtaining safe and effective contraception by expanding access to these essential healthcare services.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for health insurance plans to cover contraception without cost-sharing, ensuring that individuals have affordable access to a full range of contraceptive options. This provision is intended to remove financial barriers that may prevent individuals from obtaining the contraception they need.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase access to emergency contraception, such as requiring pharmacies to dispense emergency contraception without a prescription. This provision is designed to ensure that individuals have timely access to emergency contraception when needed. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve education and awareness about contraception, including funding for public education campaigns and programs to increase knowledge about contraceptive options and their effectiveness. Overall, the Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023 aims to improve access to contraception for individuals in the United States by addressing barriers to obtaining these essential healthcare services. By expanding access to contraception, the bill seeks to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their reproductive health and prevent unintended pregnancies.

Congressional Summary of HR 3471

Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023

This bill prohibits states from banning any form of contraception that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The bill does not preempt state laws that protect the right of any entity to opt out of providing contraception due to the entity's religious or moral beliefs.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3471

Bill HR 3471 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3471 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3471's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3471

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3471

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Family planning and birth control

- Federal preemption

- Sex and reproductive health

- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3471

Access to Safe Contraception Act of 2023

To preempt States from establishing, implementing, or enforcing any ban on the prescription, provision, or use of a drug, biological product, or device for contraception if such drug, biological product, or device is approved, licensed, cleared, or otherwise authorized for human use by the Food and Drug Administration for contraception, and for other purposes.