Reproductive health education advancement provision

Minnesota Senate Bill 4166 aims to advance reproductive health education in the state. The bill has been introduced and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.

The bill is considered partisan and has support primarily from Republican sponsors. As of March 9, 2026, an author has been added to the bill, indicating that it is being actively promoted within the legislature.

The proposed legislation reflects ongoing efforts to address issues surrounding reproductive health education and seeks to ensure that appropriate resources and information are available to the public.

Requires DOH to establish maternity care evaluation protocols.

A new bill, New Jersey Senate Bill 3795, has been introduced aiming to improve maternity care in the state. The bill requires the Department of Health (DOH) to create evaluation protocols for hospitals and birthing centers that offer maternity services. This is intended to standardize how data related to maternity care is collected and analyzed.

The proposed protocols will collect a range of de-identified data about maternity patients, including demographics, medical history, complications, and outcomes of childbirth. This data will help assess various aspects of maternal health, such as the incidence of complications or the rates of cesarean sections and premature deliveries.

The DOH will use this collected data to identify areas for improvement in maternity care services. They will generate quality metrics and benchmarks to compare hospitals and birthing centers. Additionally, the Commissioner of Health will be required to report findings from these evaluations to the Governor and the Legislature annually, including any recommendations for legislative changes.

Wyoming pregnancy centers-autonomy and rights.

Wyoming House Bill 3, titled "Wyoming pregnancy centers-autonomy and rights," has been enrolled and signed into law. This bill aims to establish certain protections and rights for pregnancy centers in the state.

The bill was introduced during the 2026 Budget Session and has received bipartisan interest. It reflects the state legislature's commitment to supporting the autonomy and operational rights of these centers, which play a role in providing services related to pregnancy.

As of March 5, 2026, the bill has officially passed and is set to impact how pregnancy centers operate within Wyoming, emphasizing their rights and independence.

AN ACT relating to abortion.

Kentucky House Bill 831, introduced on March 3, 2026, is an act concerning abortion. At this stage, the bill has been assigned to the Committee on Committees in the Kentucky legislature.

The bill is identified as a partisan proposal, with a Democratic sponsor. As of now, it is still in the early stages of the legislative process.

For further details, a full text version of the bill is available for download but cannot be displayed directly on the website.

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ACROSS THE LIFE COURSE (Creates a 17-member legislative commission to study women’s reproductive health across the life course, and would report back to the Ho

Rhode Island has introduced House Resolution 7951, which aims to create a special legislative commission focused on women's reproductive health throughout their lives. This commission will consist of 17 members who will examine various aspects of reproductive health.

The commission is required to submit its findings to the House by March 2, 2027, and it will officially disband on May 2, 2027. The bill reflects a moderate partisan stance, showing support from seven Democrats while one Democrat opposes it.

As of February 27, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Health & Human Services committee for further consideration.

Pregnancy centers; terms; agencies; pregnancy center; prohibitions; abortion-inducing drugs or contraception; counsel; staffing or hiring decisions; remedies; severability; effective date.

Oklahoma House Bill 3194 addresses regulations concerning pregnancy centers in the state. It aims to establish specific terms and guidelines related to the operations of these centers and their interactions with clients.

The bill includes provisions that prohibit pregnancy centers from providing abortion-inducing medications or contraception. Additionally, it outlines restrictions on counseling offered at these centers and stipulates conditions around staff hiring and decision-making processes.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes severability, meaning if any part of it is found to be invalid, the remaining sections will still stand. The bill was introduced by Senator McIntosh and is currently in the legislative process as of February 26, 2026.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Amendments

Utah House Bill 559 is proposed legislation that focuses on "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Amendments." This bill aims to address issues related to pregnancy and infant loss, providing support and resources for affected families.

The bill has been introduced in the Utah State Legislature and is noted as a bipartisan effort, indicating support from both major political parties. As of February 24, 2026, it has moved from the House to the Senate for further consideration.

Additionally, details such as the full text of the bill and related documents are available for download, which can help in understanding the specific provisions and intent of the proposed amendments.

Health insurance; coverage for certain contraceptive drugs, devices, and products.

Virginia Senate Bill 361 aims to ensure that health insurance plans cover a wider range of contraceptive drugs, devices, and products. The bill mandates that insurers provide coverage for any prescribed contraceptive approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), including over-the-counter options. This is intended to improve access to contraceptives for individuals regardless of their insurance plan.

The bill specifies that insurers cannot impose higher costs or additional fees on individuals receiving prescription contraceptive benefits compared to others in the same benefits category. Moreover, if a healthcare provider recommends a specific contraceptive due to medical needs, the plan must cover it without additional cost-sharing.

Additionally, the legislation requires insurers to provide clear, accessible information about contraceptive coverage options in their plans. However, it also clarifies that it does not mandate coverage for contraceptives in policies that do not cover prescription drugs or for experimental drugs not approved by the FDA.

Medical Record Amendments

Utah House Bill 480 Summary

House Bill 480, titled "Medical Record Amendments," is a piece of legislation introduced in Utah's 2026 General Session. It is classified as a partisan bill, primarily sponsored by Republican legislators.

As of February 23, 2026, the bill has been received by the Senate after passing through the House and is now waiting for introduction in the Senate. This indicates that it is in the process of being reviewed and potentially debated by Senate members.

The bill aims to make changes related to medical records, though specific details about the amendments are not provided in the summary sourced from LegiScan. For those interested, the full text of the bill can be downloaded for review.

Abortion

Alaska Senate Bill 271 (SB271) is a legislative proposal introduced for the 2025-2026 session. The bill addresses issues related to abortion and is categorized as a partisan bill sponsored by a Republican.

As of February 23, 2026, SB271 has been introduced and referred to the Health & Social Services committee for further consideration. The bill's current status is "introduced," indicating it has not yet been passed into law.

For those interested in the details of the bill, a downloadable PDF version is available, although some users may encounter issues viewing it directly on their computers.