What does Preamble of Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act do?

This bill proposes to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The stated purpose is to limit copayments for contraception furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 6, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act.

What does LIMITATION ON COPAYMENTS FOR CONTRACEPTION. of Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act do?

This section amends Section 1722A(a)(2) of Title 38, United States Code. The amendment strikes existing language and inserts new language related to payments. The amendment adds subparagraphs (A) and (B) to Section 1722A(a)(2). Subparagraph (A) addresses an amount in excess of the cost to the Secretary for medication. Subparagraph (B) addresses contraceptive items for which health insurance coverage is required without cost-sharing requirements under section 2713(a)(4) of the Public Health Service Act.

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Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act

Last updated: 2/6/2025 · Introduced: 1/6/2025

Author: Julia Brownley (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill amends federal law to limit copayments for contraception provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
It establishes that copayments for medication exceeding the Secretary's cost will be limited.
It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide contraceptive items without cost-sharing, consistent with requirements under the Public Health Service Act.

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