Bowling Green Today

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has cosponsored new legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) aimed at promoting access to safe and effective contraception for women and families. The Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act was brought to the Senate on Tuesday.

Following the failure of the Senate Democrats' Right to Contraception Act, which did not pass due to concerns over religious freedoms and parental rights, Senate Democrats blocked the passage of the Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act by unanimous consent.

“The Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act is a step forward in supporting women and families by increasing access to safe, routine, and effective oral contraceptives for adults, while also bringing transparency to how Americans’ tax dollars are being spent,” said Dr. Paul.

Senator Ernst commented, “Despite the fearmongering from the left, it’s clear Republicans have solutions to support women and families, and they are gaining momentum. My bill will increase over-the-counter contraception options while bringing much-needed transparency to ensure the government uses tax dollars to support families. I’ll continue to stand up for women’s access to safe and effective birth control while creating accountability for the Democrats’ radical agenda.”

The proposed legislation aims specifically at:

- Increasing availability of birth control options on the market,

- Providing more access for women to over-the-counter contraception options,

- Ensuring transparency in government spending related to supporting women and families.

The bill has garnered additional support from U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) along with Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Steve Daines (R-MT), Todd Young (R-IN), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Jim Risch (R-ID), John Cornyn (R-TX), John Thune (R-SD), and Roger Marshall (R-KS).

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