This bill mandates health plan coverage for abortions and abortion-related services in Minnesota, requiring that such services be included in comprehensive health maintenance services. It amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, specifically removing previous language that allowed health maintenance organizations to exclude elective, induced abortions from their coverage. The bill introduces new provisions that require health plans to cover abortions without cost-sharing, with certain exceptions for high-deductible health plans. Additionally, it repeals a section of the law that previously defined maternity benefits as excluding elective, induced abortions.

The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2025, applying to health plans offered, sold, issued, or renewed on or after that date. The bill also includes a provision for medical assistance to cover abortions and abortion-related services, ensuring that these services are accessible to those who qualify for assistance. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance access to abortion services and ensure that they are treated similarly to other medical services within health plans.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62A.041, 62D.02, 62D.20, 62D.22, 62Q.14