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PA SB1112
Bill
Status
12/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Amanda Cappelletti
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AI Summary
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Requires Medical Assistance, CHIP managed care plans, and health insurance policies in Pennsylvania to cover all FDA-approved contraceptive drugs, devices, and voluntary sterilization surgery without cost sharing
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Mandates coverage of over-the-counter emergency contraceptives (levonorgestrel, ulipristal acetate) and OTC oral contraceptives without prior authorization or step therapy when obtained via prescription or standing order
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Authorizes the Secretary of Health or Physician General to issue statewide standing orders for FDA-approved OTC emergency and oral contraceptives, with liability protection for providers acting in good faith
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Provides religious and moral exemptions for entities objecting under federal regulations (45 CFR 147.132 and 147.133), but requires written notice to employees about limited contraceptive coverage
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Establishes penalties up to $5,000 per violation ($10,000 for willful violations), with annual caps of $500,000 for insurers and $100,000 for other persons, enforced by the Insurance Commissioner or Department of Human Services
Legislative Description
Providing for access to contraceptives; imposing duties on the Insurance Department and the Department of Human Services; providing for severability; and imposing penalties.
Last Action
Referred to Banking & Insurance
12/5/2025