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Utah Senate rejects bill requiring insurance coverage for FDA‑approved prescription contraceptives
Summary
Senate Bill 31, sponsored by Senator Julander to require prescription contraceptive coverage by health plans, was debated at length over cost, scope and specific drug inclusions and failed on a 14–15 roll‑call vote after extended floor debate.
Senator Janice Julander, sponsor of Senate Bill 31, told the Senate the measure was about equity: "This bill would require any health care plan that covers prescription drugs to cover all FDA approved prescription contraceptions and related outpatient services." She cited state survey data and a fiscal estimate of about $3.08 per enrollee per year to argue the measure would be low‑cost while improving women’s access to preventive care.
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