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RI S0032

RI S0032
Health Care For Children And Pregnant Women--equality In Abortion Coverage


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Introduced
01/18/2023
In Committee
05/16/2023
Crossed Over
05/18/2023
Passed
05/18/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/18/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would provide for abortion coverage in the Medicaid program and repeal the abortion coverage exclusion for state employee insurance plans. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill would provide for abortion coverage in the Medicaid program and repeal the abortion coverage exclusion for state employee insurance plans. Specifically, it would amend the state's Medicaid program to include coverage for any termination of pregnancy permitted under state law, while ensuring that no federal funds are used for such services, except as authorized under federal law. Additionally, the bill would repeal the existing law that prohibits the state from including abortion coverage in any health insurance contracts, plans, or policies covering state employees. The bill's purpose is to promote equity in access to reproductive healthcare.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Signed by Governor (on 05/18/2023)

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