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Bill > HR8659
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Introduced
06/07/2024
06/07/2024
In Committee
12/17/2024
12/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To allow women greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use, and to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods.
AI Summary
This bill aims to allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to give priority review to any supplemental application for over-the-counter oral contraceptive drugs, waive the associated fees, and make such drugs available over-the-counter for individuals aged 18 and older. The bill also requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study and report to Congress on the amount of federal funds made available for contraception reimbursement, inventory stocking, provider training, or patient education over the past 15 years through various government programs.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Ashley Hinson (R)*,
Juan Ciscomani (R),
Mike Garcia (R),
Nick LaLota (R),
Nicole Malliotakis (R),
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R),
Zach Nunn (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 12/17/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8659/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr8659/BILLS-118hr8659ih.pdf |
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