Biden Administration Proposes OTC Contraception Rule

The Biden administration has proposed a significant expansion of contraception access for approximately 52 million women with private health insurance, allowing free access to over-the-counter (OTC) contraceptive products, including emergency contraception, without a prescription. This rule aims to improve awareness of coverage options, requiring insurers to disclose that OTC contraception is included without cost-sharing. This initiative, described as the largest expansion of contraception coverage since 2012, comes in response to heightened concerns over reproductive rights following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. The proposal is part of the administration's broader strategy to strengthen access to reproductive healthcare, coinciding with upcoming elections where this issue is pivotal. The rule will undergo a 60-day public comment period before being finalized, reflecting the administration's commitment to addressing women's healthcare needs.