Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
United States119th CongressS-797Senate
Updated: Feb 27, 2025
Summary
This bill aims to significantly expand access to fertility treatment for federal employees by mandating its inclusion in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program. It amends title 5, United States Code, to explicitly list "Fertility treatment benefits" as a covered service under the program. The legislation provides a comprehensive definition of "fertility treatment," encompassing a wide range of services. These include preservation of human oocytes, sperm, or embryos , various forms of artificial insemination , and assisted reproductive technology (ART) such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) when clinically appropriate. Additionally, the definition covers genetic testing of embryos , fertility medications , and gamete donation , with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) having the authority to include other related services. The provisions of this Act are set to take effect one year after its enactment, ensuring a transition period for implementation.
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HR-1670: Family Building FEHB Fairness ActASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1670, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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