Affordability is Access Act Legislation by Sen. Murray Analyzed
Bill Intros-Senate
Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
2026-10-13
Bailey Malota
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Affordability is Access Act, originally introduced by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, on September 24, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill's purpose is to mandate that group health plans and individual health insurance coverage provide cost-free access to over-the-counter contraceptives.
Motivated by ongoing disparities in contraceptive access, this legislation seeks to address the significant barriers faced by many ind . . .
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Affordability is Access Act, originally introduced by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, on September 24, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill's purpose is to mandate that group health plans and individual health insurance coverage provide cost-free access to over-the-counter contraceptives.
Motivated by ongoing disparities in contraceptive access, this legislation seeks to address the significant barriers faced by many ind . . .
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TARGETED NEWS SERVICE (founded 2004) features non-partisan 'edited journalism' news briefs and information for news organizations, public policy groups and other organizations. For more information contact MYRON STRUCK, editor, editor@targetednews.com, Springfield, Virginia; 703/304-1897; https://targetednews.com