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Family Building FEHB Fairness Act

USA119th CongressS-797| Senate 
| Updated: 2/27/2025
Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth

Democratic Senator

Illinois

Cosponsors (8)
Kirsten E. Gillibrand (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
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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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1262
Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
Feb 27, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 27, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sep 16, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1670
ASSUMING 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1262
    Family Building FEHB Fairness Act


  • February 27, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 27, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • September 16, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1670
    ASSUMING 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.

Health

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  • HR 119-1670: Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
Family planning and birth controlGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHealth care coverage and accessSex and reproductive health

Family Building FEHB Fairness Act

USA119th CongressS-797| Senate 
| Updated: 2/27/2025
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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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1262
Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
Feb 27, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 27, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sep 16, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1670
ASSUMING 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1262
    Family Building FEHB Fairness Act


  • February 27, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 27, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • September 16, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1670
    ASSUMING 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.
Tammy Duckworth

Tammy Duckworth

Democratic Senator

Illinois

Cosponsors (8)
Kirsten E. Gillibrand (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1670: Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Family planning and birth controlGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHealth care coverage and accessSex and reproductive health