SF1054 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Coverage of vasectomies by health plans, the medical assistance program, and MinnesotaCare requirement provision
Related bill: HF774
AI Generated Summary
The legislative bill S.F. No. 1054, introduced in the Minnesota Senate, aims to require health insurance plans to cover vasectomies. This bill would amend the existing statute to include vasectomies as a covered contraceptive method. It outlines various definitions related to healthcare and contraceptives, such as what constitutes a contraceptive method, services, and medical necessity. Furthermore, it specifies the criteria for therapeutic equivalence, ensuring that drugs, devices, or products meet rigorous standards for safety, quality, and effectiveness. If passed, this act would help cover the cost of vasectomies under health insurance, thereby assisting in the prevention of unintended pregnancies.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 05, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 05, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Commerce and Consumer Protection |
| March 02, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author stricken | |
| March 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to | Health and Human Services |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Requirement for health plans to cover vasectomies."
],
"removed": [
"Exclusion of vasectomies from the definition of contraceptive services."
],
"summary": "This bill amends health insurance requirements to include coverage of vasectomies under section 62Q.522.",
"modified": [
"Definitions related to contraceptive methods and services."
]
},
"citation": "62Q.522"
}
]