hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Requires employer health plans to cover infertility and fertility preservation.
Rep. Nunn (R-IA) and bipartisan cosponsors.
Introduced in the House, referred to committee.
This bill aims to make employer-sponsored group health plans and health insurance policies cover infertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), and fertility preservation services for those facing medical conditions that cause infertility. It defines what constitutes infertility and iatrogenic infertility, which is infertility caused by medical treatments like chemotherapy. The bill was introduced by Representative Zach Nunn, a Republican from Iowa, with significant bipartisan support. It has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, which is the first step in the legislative process; it needs committee approval before a full House vote.
Introduced Mar 26, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 26, 2026. It has been referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce for review. For it to become law, the bill must pass in the House committee, then receive a full vote and pass in the House. After that, it would go to the Senate for a similar process, and if passed there, to the President for signature.
If this bill passes, employer-sponsored group health plans that already cover obstetrical services would be required to also cover various infertility treatments, such as IVF, egg freezing, and intrauterine insemination. Additionally, if you undergo medical treatments like chemotherapy that are expected to cause infertility, your plan would have to cover fertility preservation services. Health insurance companies would also need to ensure their coverage limits and cost-sharing for fertility treatments are comparable to other medical benefits, and they could face fines for non-compliance starting January 1, 2027.
Supporters Say
This bill aims to make employer health plans cover essential infertility and fertility preservation services.
Critics Say
The bill text does not provide specific arguments from critics.
The official bill text does not include direct arguments from supporters or critics. However, the intent of the legislation is to broaden access to fertility treatments, including IVF, for individuals covered by employer-sponsored health plans. Any potential debate not outlined in the bill text would typically revolve around the scope of required coverage and its potential impact on insurance premiums or employer costs.