Reduce reproductive healthcare costs

Reduce reproductive healthcare costs by working together to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates, bundle billing codes to make reimbursement easier, and enact other novel affordability and workforce expansion measures.
Governor Polis Protections Reproductive Health Care Funding Amidst Cuts
  • Colorado
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  • Colorado
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    Governor Polis Protections Reproductive Health Care Funding Amidst Cuts

    Governor Polis signed a law that allows the state to use its own funds to pay for reproductive health care–like cancer screenings, birth control advice, STI testing and more–from providers who were cut off from federal Medicaid funding under the recent federal budget plan.
    Governor McKee signs legislation to expand Paid Family Leave in Rhode Island
  • NBC 10 News
  • Rhode Island
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  • NBC 10 News
  • Rhode Island
    •  August 20, 2025

    Governor McKee signs legislation to expand Paid Family Leave in Rhode Island

    Governor Dan McKee was joined by bill sponsors and other local advocates for a ceremonial bill signing to mark the expansion of paid family leave in Rhode Island through the Temporary Caregiver Insurance program (TCI). The legislation will raise the Temporary Disability Insurance and TCI wage replacement rates from the current 60% to 70% starting in January 2027, followed by 75% in January 2028.

    “By expanding paid family leave, we are reinforcing the message that workers in Rhode Island should not have to choose between their paycheck and their family,” said Governor Dan McKee. “This expansion of the wage replacement rate helps us stay competitive and a national leader on this issue.”
    House Bill 3489
  • Illinois
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  • Illinois
    •  August 15, 2025

    House Bill 3489

    In August 2025, Governor Pritzker signed H.B. 3489 into law, which allows pharmacists to dispense all contraceptives, including emergency contraceptives, and codifies current Department of Healthcare and Family Services practice to require Medicaid coverage of emergency contraceptives.
    Governor Murphy Invests in Record Breaking Expansion to Reproductive Health Care
  • New Jersey [Former Gov]
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  • New Jersey [Former Gov]
    •  July 21, 2025

    Governor Murphy Invests in Record Breaking Expansion to Reproductive Health Care

    At the end of June, Governor Murphy enacted New Jersey’s annual budget, which includes a $52.2 million investment in reproductive health programs (in addition to those covered by State-sponsored insurance programs). This includes record-breaking resources to deliver safety-net family planning services, upgrade family planning facilities, and grow the reproductive health care workforce. A new initiative aims to attract OB/GYNs and other reproductive health care professionals from other states, including through loan redemption for service in medically underserved communities.
    Senate Bill 232
  • Delaware
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  • Delaware
    •  July 1, 2025

    Senate Bill 232

    In July 2025, Governor Meyer signed Senate Bill 232 into law, which requires coverage of the full range of contraceptive methods including over the counter (OTC) contraceptives without a prescription.
    Legislative Document 163
  • Maine
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  • Maine
    •  July 1, 2025

    Legislative Document 163

    In July 2025, Governor Mills signed LD 163 into law, which requires most insurance plans to cover over the counter (OTC) oral contraceptives and emergency contraception starting January 1, 2026. The law also requires the Bureau of Insurance to monitor compliance.
    House Bill 4240, FY 2026 Appropriations
  • Massachusetts
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  • Massachusetts
    •  July 1, 2025

    House Bill 4240, FY 2026 Appropriations

    In July 2025, Governor Healey signed H.B.4240 into law, which allocates funding for reproductive health services. This Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations package also provides: $6.7 million to enhance comprehensive family planning services previously funded by Title X ; $500,000 for a public service campaign to promote awareness about the right to receive a 12-month contraceptive supply; $150,000 for an abortion legal hotline ; and $1.98 million in grants to strengthen reproductive health access, infrastructure, and security.
    Reproductive Health Care Resources Toolkit
  • Oregon
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  • Oregon
    •  July 1, 2025

    Reproductive Health Care Resources Toolkit

    In July 2025, the state of Oregon and the Oregon Department of Justice launched the Reproductive Health Care Resources Toolkit, which provides clear, accessible information on reproductive rights in Oregon and supports providers , as they navigate the ever-changing and difficult legal landscape. More specifically, the toolkit shares information regarding abortion access and protections in the state, provides a free and confidential hotline resource, outlines shield protections for patients and providers, states EMTALA requirements, lists coverage options and financial assistance for abortion care, and more.
    Senate Bill 822
  • Oregon
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  • Oregon
    •  July 1, 2025

    Senate Bill 822

    In July 2025, Governor Kotek signed Senate Bill 822 into law, which updates state law on network adequacy, including by directing the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) to adopt standards to evaluate networks for all covered services, including services for reproductive health care. This bill goes into effect on January 1, 2026.
    House Bill 6038
  • Rhode Island
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  • Rhode Island
    •  June 1, 2025

    House Bill 6038

    In June 2025, Governor McKee signed HB 6038 into law, which removes current statues limiting coverage of contraceptive prescriptions to three-month supplies. As such, HB 6038 increases access to affordable contraceptives.