Affordability is Access Act of 2026 requires group health plans and health insurance coverage to provide coverage for over-the-counter contraceptives.
The Affordability is Access Act of 2026 aims to ensure timely access to affordable birth control by requiring coverage without cost-sharing for contraceptives approved for over-the-counter use by the Food and Drug Administration. This includes coverage for all over-the-counter contraceptives and newer contraceptive products. The bill also mandates that retailers stocking these contraceptives cannot interfere with an individual's access to them or medically accurate information.
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