The Biden administration has proposed a new rule that would allow millions of Americans with private health insurance to access over-the-counter contraceptives like condoms, birth control pills, and emergency contraceptives, such as Plan B, without a prescription or out-of-pocket costs. This initiative aims to expand contraceptive coverage for approximately 52 million women of reproductive age amid ongoing debates about reproductive rights following the Supreme Court's rollback of Roe v. Wade. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized that women's health care decisions should be respected and that insurers must comply with this proposed rule. Vice President Kamala Harris has linked this push to her presidential campaign, framing it as essential in the face of Republican opposition to reproductive rights. The new rule is seen as a response to increasing concerns over access to contraception and reproductive health care. If implemented, this policy could significantly reduce costs for women who currently face barriers due to prescription requirements for these essential health products.