Pennsylvania Women’s Health Caucus Co-Chairs applaud the passage of HB 1140; call for swift passage in the Senate.
Harrisburg – June 4, 2025 − The co-chairs of the Pennsylvania Women’s Health Caucus Sen. Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-Montgomery), Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks), Rep. Gina H. Curry (D-Delaware) and Rep. Mary Jo Daley (D-Montgomery) issued the following statement on the House passage of HB 1140, which would ensure that all Pennsylvanians have access to contraception:
“Yesterday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed HB 1140, introduced by Rep. Leanne Krueger (D-Delaware). This important legislation would expand access to contraception for Pennsylvanians by mandating that health insurance and government programs cover all forms of contraception approved by the FDA. As chairs of the Women’s Health Caucus, we applaud the passage of HB 1140 and call for its swift consideration and passage in the Senate.
Access to contraception is an essential component of healthcare. Contraception is not just used to prevent pregnancy—it’s also an effective treatment for a wide array of reproductive health issues including endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), severe menstrual cramping, and irregular menstrual cycles.
We know all too well that these are incredibly uncertain times for reproductive healthcare. As the federal government threatens attack after attack on Pennsylvanians’ access to reproductive healthcare, we must act to protect the millions of people across our Commonwealth who depend on their insurance coverage for access to safe, affordable, and effective contraception.
We urge the Senate to finally take action to ensure that all Pennsylvanians have access to this essential component of their healthcare. It could not be clearer: it’s high time for the Senate to pass HB 1140. Our caucus is grateful for Rep. Krueger’s leadership on such an important issue, and we are committed to doing everything in our power to see it reach Governor Shapiro’s desk.”