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SC H4639

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Melissa Oremus

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Reproductive Empowerment and Support Through Optimal Restoration (RESTORE) Act" to expand research and treatment options for reproductive health conditions that cause infertility, including endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, blocked fallopian tubes, and male-factor infertility

  • Requires the Department of Public Health to collect data and produce reports every three years on the standard of care for infertility diagnoses and access to restorative reproductive medicine

  • Mandates that all Title X-funded facilities in South Carolina include fertility awareness-based methods as part of covered family planning services within 12 months of enactment

  • Protects healthcare providers from discrimination or retaliation if they decline to participate in assisted reproductive technology based on religious beliefs or moral convictions

  • Directs research initiatives on reproductive health conditions, including causes, diagnosis methods, treatment options, male infertility factors, and the impact of environmental factors like microplastics on reproductive health

Legislative Description

Reproductive Health

Last Action

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Brewer, Sessions

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs12/16/2025

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