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In 2016, House Bill 3343 went into effect, making Oregon the first state in the nation to require health insurers to give a year’s supply of the pill, the patch or the ring at the same time! Dispensing a one-year supply of birth control is associated with a 30 percent reduction in the odds unplanned pregnancy compared with dispensing 30 or 90 days.
Unfortunately, insurers who should be covering a 12-month supply have been unlawfully denying coverage. There are a few common excuses, so remember:
File a complaint with the Department of Consumer and Business Services. Filing a complaint will help you get your full supply, and it will also help Oregon track and enforce this important legislation.
Share your experience with Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon so we can continue to make sure you have access to the birth control you deserve!
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon (PPAO) announces that Executive Director Emily McLain will step down from her leadership role effective Friday to serve as Chief of Staff to newly elected Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan. She has led the organization since 2018.
Political Director An Do will serve as Interim Executive Director until a permanent successor is hired later this year.
“Emily has provided bold leadership at a time of unprecedented attacks on reproductive freedom. Oregonians can rest easier ...
Did you know you can make a donation to Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon … at no cost to you?
It’s true! Every year, the Oregon Political Tax Credit allows individual Oregonians to give $50 to their favorite political cause and receive this full amount back at tax time. (Couples filing jointly can get a refund for up to $100!) In other words, the state gives you a $50 or $100 gift to donate to the political cause of your ...
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Oregon is the leading state for reproductive health and rights. We have fought hard to get the best reproductive health laws on the books, and now we need your help enforcing them! Personal stories are a powerful tool that can be used to win the hearts and minds of decision-makers, and are critical when advocating to maintain or even expand access to the vital health services that Planned Parenthood provides.