The Impact of H.R. 1 on Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services on Black America: An Interpretative Study of Medicaid and Medicare Policy Implications on Health Equity

Abstract

This study examines the impact of H.R. 1 on access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, with a particular focus on Black Americans. The purpose of the research is to understand how changes in Medicaid and Medicare financing affect access to contraception, prenatal care, maternal health services, and preventive reproductive care. Using an interpretative approach, the study analyzes policy provisions, projected coverage losses, and service disruptions, while applying a health equity and reproductive justice framework to assess disproportionate impacts on marginalized communities.

Presenters

Mikayla Blackson
Student, Masters of Public Health in Health Policy and Management, Columbia University, New York, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Public Health Policies and Practices

KEYWORDS

HR 1, PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY, SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, MEDICAID