What they’re saying about expanded coverage of birth control

Author(s):

Richard Payerchin

Key Takeaways

The proposal aims to make over-the-counter contraceptives free, aligning with the Affordable Care Act's preventive health services.
Support for the initiative comes from administration officials, lawmakers, and physicians, highlighting its broad acceptance.
The U.S. Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services announced the proposal, emphasizing its significance.
The initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing access to contraceptives and supporting reproductive rights.

Political, medical leaders react to the announcement of expanded coverage of reproductive health services.

The administration of President Joe Biden has proposed making over-the-counter contraceptives free based on recommended preventive health services of the Affordable Care Act.

A number of administration officials, along with lawmakers and physicians, offered their responses in support of the proposal. The new rules were announced in conjunction with the U.S. Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services, which oversees the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

This slideshow summarizes the statements released by supporters. Read more about the rules here.