House Bill No. [insert number] aims to establish the right to access contraceptives, emergency contraceptives, and related information in Louisiana. The bill introduces a new section, Part I-A of Chapter 1 of Code Title I of Code Book I of Title 9 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, which includes definitions for "contraceptive" and "emergency contraceptive." It asserts that individuals have the right to obtain these products and information, while healthcare providers have the right to offer them. Additionally, the bill prohibits any state law or regulation from impeding access to contraceptives or emergency contraceptives, including restrictions on their sale or use.

The bill also outlines enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general, as well as individuals and healthcare providers, to file petitions for injunctive relief against violations of these provisions. Furthermore, it establishes that anyone defending against claims of denying access to contraceptives must provide clear and convincing evidence that any limitations significantly advance safety or that no less restrictive alternatives exist. Overall, this legislation seeks to ensure the availability and accessibility of contraceptive options in Louisiana.