Right to Contraception Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Right to Contraception Act aims to protect an individual’s ability to access contraceptives and contraception services, as well as a healthcare provider’s ability to offer these services. It establishes a statutory right for individuals to obtain contraceptives and engage in contraception without coercion, and for healthcare providers to facilitate this care. The bill also seeks to prevent state and federal policies from restricting access to contraception and ensures that such policies align with federal law.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘contraception’ and ‘contraceptive’ broadly to include various methods and devices.
- Establishes a statutory right for individuals to obtain contraceptives and engage in contraception without coercion.
- Creates a corresponding right for healthcare providers to provide contraceptives, contraception, and related information.
- Prohibits limitations or requirements that single out or impede access to contraceptives, providers, or facilities.
- Provides a federal defense against state laws restricting access to contraception.
- Authorizes the Attorney General to sue states that violate the Act.
- Grants a private right of action for individuals harmed by violations of the Act.
- Establishes a clear rule of construction to interpret the Act in favor of protecting access to contraception.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking contraception
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