Should we create a 60-day enrollment window for pregnant women to enroll in or upgrade a health insurance plan provided through Healthcare.gov?
Bill Summary
This bill would create a 60-day enrollment window for pregnant women to enroll in or upgrade a health insurance plan provided through Healthcare.gov, the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, or her employer.
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Opponents say
While this bill is not bipartisan, there does not appear to be major publicly organized opposition to this bill.
Proponents say
Taking this step would make vital health care a reality for millions more women in need. A special enrollment period is especially important for young adults — the group that is at high risk for unintended pregnancies and also targeted for enrollment in catastrophic coverage, which often has more costly deductibles.
