- The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, opening up a patchwork of state laws to regulate abortion.
- Many companies have promised to pay for employees to travel to unrestricted states for abortions.
- How this all will work will be confusing, but here's what we know so far.
Many companies have promised to pay for their workers to travel to unrestricted states for an abortion, now that the Supreme Court has officially overturned Roe v Wade.
The Supreme Court’s decision on Friday has thrown the legality of abortion back to the states, guaranteeing a patchwork of laws across the country. Some states are outlawing abortion while others promise to be sanctuaries and some may opt for something in between.
How companies decide to accommodate employees needing an abortion remains up in the air for many.
In the meantime, here are some things we do know now about how to navigate having an abortion and your job.
Who do you ask at your company about abortion policies?
Like any other health benefit question, you can either go to a human resources manager or your healthcare provider.
If you were issued a health insurance card, there’s often a phone number you can call to speak to a representative who can walk you through your benefits. That includes how your company’s policy covers abortions and if so, what the terms are of your coverage.
Does your healthcare cover abortion and if so, how much is it?
States already have requirements for health insurance companies on abortion coverage....
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