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AK SB27

AK SB27
Contraceptives Coverage:insure;med Assist


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Introduced
01/18/2023
In Committee
01/18/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/16/2024

Introduced Session

33rd Legislature

Bill Summary

An Act relating to insurance coverage for contraceptives and related services; relating to medical assistance coverage for contraceptives and related services; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill requires health care insurers in Alaska to provide coverage for prescription contraceptives, emergency contraception, and related medical services without cost-sharing. It also requires municipal health care insurance plans and the state's self-insured group medical plan to meet these coverage requirements. Additionally, the bill requires the state's Medicaid program to cover 12-month supplies of prescription contraceptives and emergency contraception without a prescription. The bill's provisions are contingent on the necessary federal approval for the Medicaid coverage changes.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

COSPONSOR(S): GIESSEL (on 03/13/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Health Insurance Reform
  • ‐ Maternal Health

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.akleg.gov/basis/Bill/Detail/33?Root=SB27 01/09/2023
BillText https://www.akleg.gov/PDF/33/Bills/SB0027A.PDF 01/09/2023
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