Federal bill would require pharmacies to fill birth control without delay

Q: What does it cost, and who pays?

Pharmacies that violate the rules could face fines of up to $1,000 per day. Affected customers could also sue violating pharmacies for damages and legal fees.

In committeeH.R. 4084Latest action Jun 23, 2025

Sponsor: Robin L. Kelly · Representative · IL

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Official title: Access to Birth Control Act

119th Congress

Topics: Health care

Introduced: June 23, 2025

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HR 4084 requires pharmacies to promptly fill birth control prescriptions and bars staff from harassing or deceiving customers seeking contraception.

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What does this do?

HR 4084 would require pharmacies nationwide to fill contraceptive prescriptions and sell FDA-approved birth control products without unnecessary delays. If a contraceptive is out of stock, the pharmacy must immediately inform the customer and either help transfer the prescription to a nearby pharmacy or order the product quickly. Pharmacy staff would be prohibited from harassing customers, lying about product availability, or refusing to return a valid prescription.

Who does it affect?

The bill affects all retail pharmacies that sell prescription drugs and their employees. It also affects any customer seeking birth control or related medications, including emergency contraception.

Why does it matter?

Pharmacies that fail to comply could face fines and lawsuits, creating financial and legal pressure to follow the new requirements. States may keep or create their own contraceptive access laws, but only if those laws provide at least as many protections as this federal bill.

What does it cost, and who pays?

Fines up to $1,000 per day
Customers can sue for damages
Legal fees recoverable by customers

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IntroducedJun 23, 2025
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Latest action: June 23, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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