HB 691 -- Emergency Contraception

Co-Sponsors:  Riback Wilson (25), Sager, Jones, Graham, Carnahan,
Walton, Fraser, Page, Lowe, Donnelly

This bill establishes the Woman's Right to Know Act.

The Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health in the
Department of Health and Senior Services is required to raise
public awareness and to promote appropriate counseling and
referrals for emergency birth control by informing hospitals,
health providers, pharmacists, and the community.

The division is required to develop and distribute information
that stresses the availability of emergency birth control and its
use, safety, and effectiveness if taken as soon as possible
within 72 hours of intercourse.

Missouri House of Representatives
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