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NJ S1220
NJ S1220Requires Medicaid cover emergency contraception without requiring prescription or other authorization.
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Introduced
02/03/2020
02/03/2020
In Committee
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Introduced Session
2020-2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require that the Medicaid program provide coverage for emergency contraceptives obtained over the counter without requiring a prescription or other authorization. At this time, Medicaid provides coverage for emergency contraceptives if they are obtained with a prescription. Individuals can obtain emergency contraceptives without a prescription, but the individual must pay for these out-of-pocket. This bill would enable individuals greater access to needed contraceptives without the unnecessary visits to a provider to obtain a prescription.
AI Summary
This bill would require the Medicaid program in New Jersey to provide coverage for over-the-counter emergency contraceptives without requiring a prescription or other authorization. Currently, Medicaid covers emergency contraceptives only if obtained with a prescription, meaning individuals must pay out-of-pocket if they obtain them without a prescription. This bill aims to improve access to these needed contraceptives by eliminating the requirement for a prescription.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 02/09/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S1500/1220_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S1500/1220_I1.PDF |
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