Prohibiting Abortion & Transgender Procedures on the Exchanges Act

# Bill Summary: Prohibiting Abortion & Transgender Procedures on the Exchanges Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prohibit health insurance plans sold through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces from covering abortion services and certain transgender medical procedures. Currently, some states allow marketplace plans to cover abortion care, while others restrict it. The bill would create a uniform federal rule preventing marketplace insurers from offering these specific services as part of their coverage, regardless of state law. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact people who buy health insurance through ACA exchanges—the government marketplaces where individuals can compare and purchase plans. It would also affect insurance companies offering plans in these marketplaces, as they would need to comply with the coverage restrictions.

The restrictions would not affect employer-provided insurance, government programs like Medicaid or Medicare, or insurance purchased outside the marketplace. **Current Status** S 3011 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) in the 119th Congress. No action has been taken to move it forward at this time.