HB05483

An Act Concerning Fertility Care Under The Medicaid Program.

Introduced·3/5/26

Connecticut HB05483 mandates Medicaid coverage for fertility diagnostic care and standard fertility preservation services.

Connecticut HB05483 requires Medicaid to cover fertility diagnostic care and standard fertility preservation services, including counseling, medications, and genetic testing. The bill prohibits discrimination based on various factors and mandates the Commissioner of Social Services to consult with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding fertility preservation. A report on covering in-vitro fertilization as a Medicaid benefit must be submitted by July 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

HS Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable)

15 Yea

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8 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 10

12:00 AM

Human Services Public Hearing

History

Apr 7

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Apr 7

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House

Apr 7

House

House Calendar Number 312