Senators Cruz and Britt Push Federal Bill to Protect IVF Access
The proposed legislation aims to prevent states from banning in vitro fertilization by tying Medicaid funding to IVF protections.
- The bill requires states to allow IVF to receive federal Medicaid funds.
- Cruz and Britt's proposal follows controversial state rulings affecting IVF access.
- Critics argue the bill does not provide substantial legal protections for IVF.
- The legislation highlights GOP efforts to balance pro-life stances with popular fertility treatments.
- Democrats accuse Republicans of previously blocking similar protections for IVF.