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MI HR0355
Resolution
Status
5/24/2018
Primary Sponsor
William Sowerby
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AI Summary
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Urges Congress to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow feminine hygiene products as eligible expenses under health savings accounts (HSAs)
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Notes that women spend thousands of dollars annually on feminine hygiene products, which are integral to overall health but currently ineligible for HSA purchases
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Recognizes HSAs as an effective tool allowing pre-tax dollars for medical expenses including copays, deductibles, prescription drugs, and medical supplies
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Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the President of the United States Senate, Speaker of the House, and Michigan's congressional delegation
Legislative Description
A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow feminine hygiene products to be an eligible purchase under health savings accounts.
Congress of the United States
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Health Policy
5/24/2018