Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
Sen. Duckworth Introduces Family Building FEHB Fairness Act to Expand Fertility Coverage for Federal Workers
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs for review. It is actively moving through the system, but no further hearings or votes have been scheduled yet. There is no companion bill currently listed for this legislation.
Legislative Progress
While fertility coverage is a popular topic, the bill currently only has support from one party and faces a tough path in a divided Congress.
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Personal Impact
Veterans who transition into federal civilian jobs and enroll in FEHB plans would gain fertility treatment coverage. This could be especially valuable for veterans with service-connected injuries affecting their fertility, as FEHB coverage would supplement any VA benefits they receive.
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
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Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
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