Healthcare (Women's Health)

in committee · United States · House Mar 12, 2026

HCONRES 78: Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

HCONRES 78 is a symbolic resolution designating March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day" to honor abortion providers and staff. It recognizes their work amid rising violence, clinic closures, and abortion restrictions following the Dobbs decision, citing threats and challenges faced by providers. The resolution expresses congressional support for providers' safety and access to abortion care, condemning policies that restrict access. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies - it solely affirms Congress’s stance through a symbolic gesture. This is a procedural resolution focused on recognition, not policy change.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCondemns policies restricting abortion access and expresses support for providers' safety and access to abortion care, a healthcare service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 3560: Closing the Contraception Coverage Gap Act

The Closing the Contraception Coverage Gap Act requires Medicare Part B, Part C, and Part D to cover all FDA-approved contraceptive items and services at no cost-sharing starting January 1, 2027. This includes not just contraceptive methods themselves but also related clinical services like counseling, examinations, device insertion, and follow-up care. The bill ensures dual-eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries receive contraceptive coverage that matches Medicaid's comprehensiveness. It also mandates two studies on contraceptive coverage gaps, with reports to Congress within 1-2 years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates comprehensive contraceptive coverage under Medicare with no cost-sharing, expanding access to essential reproductive health services and aligning with Medicaid standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 4876: Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to cover abortion care, counseling, and related medication as part of standard hospital and medical services for eligible veterans and certain dependents. It amends VA healthcare law to explicitly include these services under existing coverage for veterans qualifying under section 1703 and dependents eligible under section 1781(a). The policy directly affects veterans and their dependents enrolled in VA healthcare programs by expanding covered benefits to include abortion-related care. This is a concrete policy change to VA healthcare benefits, not a broader abortion law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands VA healthcare coverage to include abortion care, counseling, and medication, directly increasing access to reproductive healthcare services for veterans and dependents.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands VA healthcare coverage to include abortion services for veterans and dependents, directly enhancing benefits under existing law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Women's Health Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 22, 2025

S 177: Protect Funding for Women's Health Care Act

S 177, the Protect Funding for Women's Health Care Act, prohibits federal funding from being provided to Planned Parenthood Federation of America or its affiliates, clinics, subsidiaries, or successors. This directly affects Planned Parenthood as a recipient of federal funds for women's health services. The bill ensures that funds previously allocated to Planned Parenthood will instead be made available to other eligible providers like community health centers, hospitals, and clinics serving women. It explicitly states this prohibition does not reduce overall federal funding for women’s health care or affect existing abortion-related funding restrictions in appropriations acts.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds Planned Parenthood, a major women's health provider, redirecting funds to other providers, directly restricting federal funding for this healthcare service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2874: Defense of Conscience in Health Care Act

This bill requires the Health and Human Services Secretary to issue a final rule within six months of enactment that reinstates the 2019 "protecting statutory conscience rights in health care" regulation. It directly affects healthcare providers and facilities receiving federal funds, ensuring they can refuse certain services (like abortion or contraception) based on religious or moral beliefs without penalty. The rule must explicitly supersede any conflicting current regulations. This is a procedural rule restoration, not a new policy, aimed at preserving existing conscience protections under federal law.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareAllows providers to refuse abortion/contraception services, restricting patient access to covered care under federal programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 3698: Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2026

This bill requires health insurance plans to cover mental health and substance use disorder services without copays, deductibles, or other out-of-pocket costs for pregnant and postpartum individuals. It applies to in-network providers and includes telehealth services, covering care from pregnancy diagnosis through the first year after birth. The law takes effect for plan years beginning two years after enactment. It directly affects individuals enrolled in employer-sponsored or individual health insurance plans who need mental health support during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no out-of-pocket costs for mental health coverage during pregnancy/postpartum, expanding access and strengthening insurance requirements for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands mental health benefits without cost-sharing for pregnant/postpartum individuals, a key worker benefit under employment standards, improving access to care during critical work-life transition periods.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 1756: Conscience Protection Act of 2025

This bill, the Conscience Protection Act of 2025, strengthens protections for healthcare providers and organizations that refuse to participate in certain medical procedures (including abortion, assisted suicide, and sterilization) based on religious, moral, or ethical beliefs. It creates a private right of action allowing affected entities to seek legal remedies when their conscience rights are violated, addressing a gap in current law where victims could not defend their rights in court. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit discrimination against such healthcare entities and establishes clearer enforcement mechanisms through the Department of Health and Human Services, including administrative investigations and civil actions. It directly affects healthcare providers, hospitals, insurers, and other health-related organizations operating under federal funding. The bill aims to address inconsistent enforcement of existing conscience protections like the Weldon Amendment, which has been challenged in cases such as California's abortion coverage mandate.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill enables refusal of abortion/assisted suicide, restricting patient access to these services per its protection of provider conscience rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 16, 2025

S 125: End Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Providers Act

This bill prohibits federal funding from being used to support any healthcare provider that performs abortions, provides abortion referrals, or funds other abortion providers. Exceptions only apply if the pregnancy results from rape or incest, or if a physician certifies that an abortion is necessary to prevent the woman's death. It would take effect 60 days after enactment and apply broadly to all affiliates, subsidiaries, and clinics of such providers. The law would directly affect organizations receiving federal healthcare funds, including Medicaid providers.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds abortion providers by prohibiting taxpayer funding, aligning with 'defund essential programs' indicator for oppose stance.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds abortion services by prohibiting federal funding for providers performing abortions, restricting access to a healthcare service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2025

S 1834: Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act

S 1834, the Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act, requires health insurance plans to cover comprehensive maternity and postpartum care without copays or deductibles. It directly affects pregnant people, new parents (including non-birthing parents), and their health insurance providers by mandating coverage for prenatal care, childbirth, neonatal care, and postpartum services - including behavioral health for conditions like diabetes or hypertension. Key provisions include adding maternity care as an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act and prohibiting cost-sharing for these services starting in 2024. The bill applies to all group health plans, individual insurance, and employer-sponsored coverage governed by ERISA and tax law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no copays/deductibles for maternity/postpartum care, expanding coverage access and including behavioral health services per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates comprehensive maternity/postpartum care coverage without cost-sharing, expanding worker health benefits for new parents under employment standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2025

HR 3995: State Public Option Act

This bill creates a new Medicaid buy-in program allowing certain individuals to purchase Medicaid coverage starting January 1, 2026. It directly affects state residents who are not enrolled in other health insurance plans and meet income requirements, with premiums limited to 8.5% of household income. Key provisions include allowing individuals to use premium tax credits, providing states with enhanced federal funding (90% match) for administrative costs, and requiring states to update quality measures by 2030. The program would be structured similarly to private Marketplace insurance, with cost-sharing aligned with the Affordable Care Act. States would also be required to cover comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services as part of this Medicaid buy-in program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides 90% federal funding for state Medicaid administrative costs, reducing state budget burden for essential health program. Directly lowers state spending requirements.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates Medicaid buy-in program expanding coverage options for income-eligible individuals with capped premiums and federal funding (90% match).95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Women's Health

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