Bill > HB1169

This bill establishes the Access to Birth Control Program in Indiana, administered by the Indiana Department of Health, aimed at increasing access to birth control and fertility awareness methods for low-income Medicaid-eligible residents. The program defines birth control specifically as hormonal contraceptive patches and self-administered hormonal contraceptives, and fertility awareness based methods as techniques for tracking menstrual cycles to prevent or achieve pregnancy. Key provisions include developing strategies to distribute birth control, provide educational materials and counseling, offer training to healthcare providers, and collaborate with community organizations. The program has several important requirements: parental consent is required for individuals under 18, birth control must be provided at Medicaid reimbursement rates with no cost to qualifying individuals, prescribed birth control must be obtained through a healthcare provider, and distribution of materials or counseling cannot occur at schools. Local health departments can facilitate contraceptive prescriptions and provide education for individuals 18 and older, but are prohibited from providing such services in school settings. The state department is tasked with regularly assessing the program's effectiveness and may seek state or federal funding to support its implementation.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1169/details