Bowling Green Today

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

The following day, Senate Democrats blocked the bill from passing by unanimous consent. This move followed the failure of the Democrats' Right to Contraception Act, which faced opposition due to concerns over religious freedoms and parental rights.

“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 added, “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 Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act aims specifically at:

- Increasing availability of birth control options on the market,

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

- Bringing transparency regarding government spending on support for 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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