ACA Contraceptives Coverage Exemptions

Summary

This practice note covers the Trump Administration's exemptions from provisions under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and implementing guidance that generally require non-grandfathered plans and issuers to cover contraceptive items and services, without cost-sharing by a participant (referred to herein as the ACA's Contraceptive Mandate). It also discusses important legislation that led to the enactment or expansion of these exemptions. Finally, it addresses the potential affect of regulations proposed in 2023 by the Biden Administration on exemptions from the ACA's Contraceptive Mandate. This practice note is organized around the following topics: