Bill
Bill > A4662
NJ A4662
NJ A4662Requires Medicaid cover emergency contraception without requiring prescription or other authorization.
summary
Introduced
06/25/2024
06/25/2024
In Committee
06/25/2024
06/25/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require that the Medicaid program provide coverage for emergency contraceptives obtained over the counter without requiring a prescription or other authorization. At this time, Medicaid provides coverage for emergency contraceptives if they are obtained with a prescription. Individuals can obtain emergency contraceptives without a prescription, but the individual must pay for these out-of-pocket. This bill would enable individuals greater access to needed contraceptives without the unnecessary visits to a provider to obtain a prescription.
AI Summary
This bill would require the Medicaid program in New Jersey to provide coverage for over-the-counter emergency contraceptives without requiring a prescription or other authorization. Currently, Medicaid covers emergency contraceptives but only with a prescription, meaning individuals have to pay out-of-pocket if they obtain them without a prescription. This bill aims to improve access to these important contraceptives by eliminating the unnecessary step of obtaining a prescription. The bill also directs the Commissioner of Human Services to seek any necessary federal approval and to adopt regulations to implement the changes.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee (on 06/25/2024)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4662 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5000/4662_I1.HTM |
Loading...