Bill > HB1547

This bill establishes a state-funded program in Missouri to provide free vasectomies for uninsured male residents, regardless of income. The program, to be administered by the Department of Social Services, will fully cover vasectomy costs without requiring medical necessity or establishing additional eligibility restrictions. A new "Vasectomy Fund" will be created in the state treasury, funded through legislative appropriations and potential gifts or grants. Additionally, the bill mandates that all health carriers and health benefit plans in Missouri must provide vasectomy coverage starting January 1, 2026, without requiring medical necessity and without imposing higher deductibles or co-payments than other health services. The program is subject to annual legislative funding, and the Department of Social Services is required to establish rules for implementing the program. Importantly, the bill specifically excludes supplemental insurance policies from this coverage requirement, such as accident-only policies, specified disease policies, and short-term major medical policies.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1547&year=2025&code=R