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US S4612

Right to Contraception Act


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Introduced
07/26/2022
In Committee
07/26/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To protect a person’s ability to access contraceptives and to engage in contraception, and to protect a health care provider’s ability to provide contraceptives, contraception, and information related to contraception.

AI Summary

This bill, the Right to Contraception Act, seeks to protect a person's ability to access contraceptives and engage in contraception, as well as a health care provider's ability to provide contraceptives, contraception, and related information. The bill defines key terms like "contraception" and "contraceptive," and establishes that the right to contraception is a fundamental right. It preempts state laws that prohibit or restrict the sale, provision, or use of contraceptives, and allows for enforcement through civil actions by the Attorney General or private individuals. The bill also aims to ensure that historically marginalized groups can access comprehensive reproductive health care, including contraception.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (26)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 07/26/2022)

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