Bill
Bill > S0032
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Introduced
01/18/2023
01/18/2023
In Committee
05/16/2023
05/16/2023
Crossed Over
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
Passed
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/18/2023
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)
Bridget Valverde (D)*,
Jonathon Acosta (D),
Alana DiMario (D),
Dawn Euer (D),
Val Lawson (D),
Tiara Mack (D),
Joshua Miller (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
Ryan Pearson (D),
Sue Sosnowski (D),
Last Action
Signed by Governor (on 05/18/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText23/SenateText23/S0032.pdf |
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