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Rep. Kelly introduces bill to protect access to birth control

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) introduced the Access to Birth Control Act, which would guarantee patients’ timely access to prescribed and over-the-counter birth control at pharmacies. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade three years ago, refusals in pharmacies to fulfill a birth control prescription or purchase have increased.

“Birth control is safe, effective, and essential for healthcare,” Kelly said. “No pharmacy employee or politician should weigh into such a private decision as to…

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