What does Preamble of Family Building FEHB Fairness Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend title 5, United States Code, to protect and expand access to fertility treatment under the health insurance program carried out under chapter 89 of that title, and for other purposes,' aims to modify Title 5 of the United States Code. The bill intends to protect and expand access to fertility treatment within a specific health insurance program. The program in question is carried out under chapter 89 of Title 5.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Family Building FEHB Fairness Act do?

This Act is formally titled the Family Building FEHB Fairness Act.

What does FERTILITY TREATMENT BENEFITS. of Family Building FEHB Fairness Act do?

This section amends Section 8904 of Title 5, United States Code, to include fertility treatment benefits. The definition of 'fertility treatment' includes preservation of human oocytes, sperm, or embryos. Artificial insemination, assisted reproductive technology, genetic testing of embryos, and gamete donation are included as fertility treatments. Medications prescribed or obtained over-the-counter for fertility are also considered fertility treatments. The Director of the Office of Personnel Management, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, can determine other related services to be included. The amendments will take effect one year after the date of enactment of this Act.

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Family Building FEHB Fairness Act

Last updated: 2/27/2025 · Introduced: 2/27/2025

Author: Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill amends federal law to require the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program to cover fertility treatments, including egg and sperm preservation, artificial insemination, and related services.
The definition of 'fertility treatment' now encompasses medications prescribed or obtained over-the-counter for fertility purposes.
The Office of Personnel Management, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, will determine additional related services to be covered under the FEHB program.

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