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Utah Senate advances bill to require prescription contraceptive coverage after heated debate
Summary
Senate Bill 31, which would require health plans that cover prescription drugs to also cover FDA‑approved contraceptives and related outpatient services, advanced on a 16–13 vote after extended floor debate about insurance mandates, costs and equity.
Senate Bill 31, a measure sponsored by Senator Julander that would require any health plan covering prescription drugs to cover FDA‑approved contraceptives and related outpatient services, advanced from the Senate floor on Feb. 15 after a contested roll call.
Senator Julander framed the measure as an equity issue, saying women pay substantially more out of pocket for health care and that contraceptive coverage reduces unintended…
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