Oregon 2023 Regular Session

Oregon Senate Bill SB491

Introduced
1/9/23  
Refer
1/14/23  
Refer
3/23/23  

Caption

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

Impact

If passed, SB 491 could have profound implications for state laws governing reproductive health and infertility treatment. This bill aims to facilitate better healthcare provisions for those facing fertility challenges, potentially leading to changes in how medical professionals are required to support patients dealing with infertility. The legislation could result in enhanced funding and resources dedicated to infertility treatments, thereby improving health outcomes for a demographic that often faces significant hurdles in accessing necessary medical assistance.

Summary

Senate Bill 491 focuses on issues related to infertility, proposing measures aimed at improving access and assistance for individuals facing infertility challenges. The bill emphasizes the critical nature of reproductive health and supports the notion of declaring an emergency to address the urgent needs of those affected by infertility. This legislation is framed as a necessity for ensuring the well-being of individuals and couples who are struggling with reproductive issues, and it reflects a growing recognition of the significance of such medical considerations in the healthcare landscape.

Contention

The discussions surrounding SB 491 suggest that there may be notable points of contention, particularly regarding the implications of declaring an emergency related to infertility. Proponents of the bill argue that such a declaration is essential to prioritize infertility treatment and support within the broader healthcare system. On the other hand, critics may raise concerns about the potential for the bill to set a precedent for emergency declarations in other health matters, fearing it could dilute the significance of emergency statuses or lead to unintended consequences in healthcare management.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OR SB1530

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

OR HB2959

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

OR SB535

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

OR SB729

Health care coverage: treatment for infertility and fertility services.

OR HB4112

INS CD-INFERTILITY COVERAGE

OR HB2002

Relating to health; and declaring an emergency.

OR AB2029

Health care coverage: treatment for infertility.

OR S3627

Revises health insurance coverage requirements for treatment of infertility.

OR HF1758

Health plans required to cover infertility treatment and standard fertility preservation services, medical assistance and MinnesotaCare required to cover infertility treatment and standard fertility preservation services, and money appropriated.

OR A5235

Revises health insurance coverage requirements for treatment of infertility.

Similar Bills

OR SB535

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

CA SB172

Health care coverage: fertility preservation.

OR SB1530

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

US SB1882

RESTORE Act Reproductive Empowerment and Support through Optimal Restoration Act

OR HB2959

Relating to infertility; declaring an emergency.

NV SB217

Makes revisions relating to reproductive health care. (BDR 40-24)

US SB4533

RESTORE Act Reproductive Empowerment and Support through Optimal Restoration Act

NV AB428

Requires certain health plans to include coverage for fertility preservation services. (BDR 57-915)