Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB999

Introduced
2/5/25  

Caption

Right to Contraception Act

Impact

The bill is designed to supersede existing federal and state laws that limit the access to contraceptives, thus nullifying any regulations that would hinder individuals from obtaining contraception. It establishes that access to contraceptives is a fundamental right integral to privacy and healthcare. This act aims to ensure that individuals are not coerced and that healthcare providers can deliver services without restrictions, hence promoting equal participation in the socio-economic sphere of the U.S. It addresses historical injustices and inequities experienced by marginalized groups in accessing reproductive health care.

Summary

House Bill 999, known as the Right to Contraception Act, seeks to safeguard individuals' rights to access contraceptives and engage in contraception freely. This legislation asserts a comprehensive right to contraception, emphasizing its importance in enabling individuals to make personal decisions regarding their health, family planning, and economic participation. It aims to protect both the individual seeking contraception and healthcare providers who deliver these services and information, ensuring that rights are upheld without interference from government entities.

Contention

Discussion surrounding HB999 has highlighted notable points of contention, particularly regarding its preemption of state laws and its implications for healthcare providers' autonomy. Critics have raised concerns that the legislation may limit states' rights to regulate healthcare within their jurisdictions, fearing that this may lead to conflicts over states' powers to implement their own healthcare policies. Furthermore, there may be debates regarding the effectiveness and practical implementation of such a measure, especially in states where access to reproductive health services has been increasingly restricted.

Congress_id

119-HR-999

Policy_area

Health

Introduced_date

2025-02-05

Companion Bills

US SB422

Related bill Right to Contraception Act

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