Bill > SB900

This bill modifies Missouri law regarding assisted reproductive technology (ART) and health insurance coverage for fertility treatments. The first section reaffirms existing language about the legal status of unborn children, with a new exemption that clarifies that human embryos created through ART (like in vitro fertilization) before successful uterine implantation are not considered unborn children. The second section introduces a new requirement that health benefit plans covering more than 25 employees must include infertility treatment coverage starting January 1, 2027, if they provide pregnancy-related benefits. The infertility coverage must include treatments like in vitro fertilization, artificial insemination, and medically necessary egg freezing. The bill specifies conditions for in vitro fertilization coverage, such as limiting coverage to four egg retrievals (with two additional retrievals if a live birth occurs) and requiring procedures to meet professional medical guidelines. The bill includes an exemption for religious institutions, allowing them to opt out of providing such coverage if it conflicts with their religious beliefs. The overall aim appears to be expanding access to fertility treatments while providing clear legal parameters for ART and related insurance coverage.

Health and Social Services

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=217