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NJ A2374
NJ A2374Requires Medicaid cover emergency contraception without requiring prescription or other authorization.
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Introduced
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
In Committee
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Introduced Session
2018-2019 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 only with a prescription, meaning individuals have to pay out-of-pocket if they obtain these contraceptives without a prescription. This bill aims to improve access to emergency contraception for Medicaid recipients.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Women and Children Committee (on 02/01/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A2500/2374_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A2500/2374_I1.PDF |
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