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US HB5665

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Underwood

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare may elect to receive a full 12-month supply of contraceptive pills, transdermal patches, vaginal rings, and other contraceptive products when prescribed by a VA medical provider

  • VA medical providers must notify veterans of the option to fill contraceptive prescriptions as a full-year supply

  • Covered contraceptive products include any FDA-approved drug, device, or biological product intended for pregnancy prevention, including products prescribed for other health needs

  • Amends Chapter 17 of Title 38, United States Code by adding new section 1720M

  • Introduced September 30, 2025 by Rep. Underwood and referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Legislative Description

ACE Veterans Act Access to Contraception Expansion for Veterans Act

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

12/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Subcommittee on Health12/3/2025
Veterans' Affairs9/30/2025

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