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This bill, called the Contraceptive Access for All Act, mandates comprehensive contraceptive coverage for health insurance policies and medical assistance (MA) or children's health insurance program (CHIP) managed care plans in Pennsylvania. The legislation requires coverage for FDA-approved contraceptive drugs, devices, and over-the-counter emergency and oral contraceptives, including prescription and standing order options, without imposing any cost-sharing requirements for enrollees. The bill allows health care providers to issue standing orders for over-the-counter contraceptives and provides liability protection for providers acting in good faith. It includes a religious and moral exemption for entities that object to contraceptive coverage, with certain restrictions, and mandates confidentiality protections for individuals seeking contraceptive care. The bill also establishes reporting requirements for managed care plans and health insurers, and outlines enforcement mechanisms with potential penalties including fines up to $5,000 per violation, license suspension, or revocation. The legislation will apply to new or renewed health insurance policies 180 days after its effective date, and it aims to expand access to contraceptive services while protecting individual privacy and provider discretion.

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https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sb1112