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Right to IVF Act
1/4/2025, 11:17 AM
Summary of Bill HR 9643
Bill 118 hr 9643, also known as the Right to IVF Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The bill aims to ensure that individuals have the right to access in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, regardless of their marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Under the Right to IVF Act, insurance companies would be required to cover the costs of IVF treatments for individuals who are unable to conceive naturally. This would include coverage for procedures such as egg retrieval, fertilization, and embryo transfer. The bill also prohibits insurance companies from discriminating against individuals based on their reproductive choices.
Additionally, the Right to IVF Act includes provisions to protect the rights of individuals who choose to use IVF treatments. This includes ensuring that individuals have the right to use donor eggs or sperm, as well as the right to use a surrogate if needed. Overall, the Right to IVF Act aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to IVF treatments, regardless of their personal circumstances. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a necessary step towards ensuring reproductive rights for all individuals.
Under the Right to IVF Act, insurance companies would be required to cover the costs of IVF treatments for individuals who are unable to conceive naturally. This would include coverage for procedures such as egg retrieval, fertilization, and embryo transfer. The bill also prohibits insurance companies from discriminating against individuals based on their reproductive choices.
Additionally, the Right to IVF Act includes provisions to protect the rights of individuals who choose to use IVF treatments. This includes ensuring that individuals have the right to use donor eggs or sperm, as well as the right to use a surrogate if needed. Overall, the Right to IVF Act aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to IVF treatments, regardless of their personal circumstances. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a necessary step towards ensuring reproductive rights for all individuals.
Current Status of Bill HR 9643
Bill HR 9643 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2024. Bill HR 9643 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 17, 2024. Bill HR 9643's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9643
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9643
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9643
To protect and expand nationwide access to fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization.
To protect and expand nationwide access to fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 9643
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