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MO HB3368
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Burton
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AI Summary
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Establishes a state assistance program within the Department of Social Services to cover the full cost of vasectomies for uninsured Missouri residents who lack employer-sponsored or public health insurance coverage
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Eligibility is not based on income or resources, and no finding of medical necessity is required for the procedure
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Creates the "Vasectomy Fund" in the state treasury to receive appropriations, gifts, grants, and other contributions, with unused funds carrying over between bienniums rather than reverting to general revenue
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Requires all health carriers and health benefit plans delivered, issued, or renewed in Missouri on or after January 1, 2027, to provide vasectomy coverage without medical necessity requirements
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Vasectomy coverage under health benefit plans cannot be subject to greater deductibles or co-payments than other health care services; exemptions apply to supplemental policies such as Medicare supplement, long-term care, and accident-only policies
Legislative Description
Creates provisions relating to payments for vasectomies
Last Action
Read Second Time (H)
2/23/2026