Senate to vote on IVF bill Tuesday, echoing Trump proposal
- Senate Democrats are holding a second vote on an IVF bill that aims to improve access to fertility treatments.
- The previous vote in June failed with nearly all Senate Republicans opposing the legislation, despite recent support from Trump.
- This upcoming vote is crucial for Republicans to show their position on reproductive rights and IVF access.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a vote on an IVF bill scheduled for Tuesday, which mirrors a proposal from former President Donald Trump advocating for free access to IVF. This follows a previous vote in June that failed, where nearly all Senate Republicans opposed the legislation aimed at improving access to IVF, particularly after the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling that threatened IVF access for many. Schumer emphasized the importance of this vote in the ongoing national debate on reproductive rights, highlighting Trump's recent comments supporting expanded IVF access as a pivotal moment for Republicans to clarify their stance. The Right to IVF Act, introduced by Senator Tammy Duckworth, aims to ensure insurance coverage for IVF treatments, especially for military families. The upcoming vote is seen as a critical opportunity for Senate Republicans to demonstrate their commitment to reproductive rights and access to fertility treatments, as public opinion increasingly favors such measures.