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Infertility-insurance bill fails after hours of emotional debate
Summary
Senate Bill 16, a proposal to require insurers to cover certain infertility treatments, was debated at length with supporters calling it a family‑centered medical reform and opponents warning of large and uncertain premium impacts; the measure failed 9–17–3.
Senate Bill 16, introduced by Senator Carling, would have required insurers to cover a range of infertility treatments. The sponsor described the measure as ‘‘an emotional’’ and family‑centered bill supported by advocates and some businesses; she pointed to out‑of‑state precedents. "It's a very emotional bill," said a senator who supported the measure during floor remarks.
Supporters stressed that many…
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