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Introduced
01/10/2022
01/10/2022
In Committee
01/10/2022
01/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to fertility services; adding a new section to chapter 48.43 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.05 RCW; and creating new sections.
AI Summary
This bill requires health plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2024, to include coverage for the diagnosis of infertility, treatment for infertility, and standard fertility preservation services. The benefits must be provided to enrollees, including covered spouses and dependents, to the same extent as other pregnancy-related benefits. The bill also prohibits any exclusions, limitations, or restrictions on coverage of fertility medications or services that are different from those imposed on other prescription medications or services. Additionally, the bill defines key terms such as "diagnosis of and treatment for infertility," "infertility," and "standard fertility preservation services."
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (12)
Monica Stonier (D)*,
Steve Bergquist (D),
Liz Berry (D),
Lisa Callan (D),
Noel Frame (D),
Kirsten Harris-Talley (D),
Nicole Macri (D),
Tina Orwall (D),
Alicia Rule (D),
Sharon Tomiko Tomiko Santos (D),
Javier Valdez (D),
Emily Wicks (D),
Last Action
First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness. (on 01/10/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1730&Year=2021&Initiative=false | 01/06/2022 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/1730.pdf | 01/06/2022 |
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