New bill would allow 12-month prescriptions of birth control
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho Senate panel has introduced a Democratic senator's bill to allow women to receive up to a 12-month supply of prescribed birth control. Currently, many Idaho insurance providers have a one-month or three-month limit. The Idaho Senate Health and Welfare Committee agreed to introduce Democratic Sen. Cherie Buckner-Webb's proposal on Wednesday. It must now pass a full hearing. Webb, who is from Boise, says birth control is dependent on consistent use and allowing women to have access to a year's supply will particularly help women in rural areas with limited access to pharmacies. Eleven states have such laws in place.