Virginia bill affirming right to contraception heads to Gov. Spanberger’s desk

Comment: The recently-elected Governor of Virginia has already said that she will sign state legislation affirming the right to contraception. The newly passed Virginia legislation is similar to federal bills that have stalled in Congress.

March 19, 2026 – The Virginia Independent – Rebekah Sager – Link

Excerpt: “The legislation would legally affirm an individual’s right to access birth control approved by the federal government, while also empowering health care professionals to prescribe such contraception. It includes a wide range of Food and Drug Administration-approved options, such as condoms, oral contraceptives, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and emergency contraceptives.

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