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NJ S949
NJ S949Requires Medicaid cover emergency contraception without requiring prescription or other authorization.
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Introduced
01/31/2022
01/31/2022
In Committee
01/31/2022
01/31/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 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 emergency contraceptives obtained over-the-counter without the need for a prescription or other authorization. Currently, Medicaid only covers emergency contraceptives if they are obtained with a prescription, forcing individuals to pay out-of-pocket if they obtain them without a prescription. This bill aims to improve access to these contraceptives by eliminating the unnecessary requirement of obtaining a prescription.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/31/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S949 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S1000/949_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S1000/949_I1.PDF |
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