Statement by Congresswoman Hirono on Announcement by President Obama on Contraception Coverage

Statement

President Obama today announced a new policy that ensures women will have free preventive health care, including contraceptive services, under the Affordable Care Act. Religious organizations will not be required to pay for contraception, under the new policy, but women will be able to access contraceptive coverage from their insurance companies directly, free of charge.

"Making sure women have essential medical care is a fundamental right. I'm glad President Obama brought everyone together so women will have the full range of preventive health care services, regardless of where they work, while also addressing religious concerns," said Congresswoman Hirono (D-HI), member of the Congressional Women's Caucus.

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