Human fertility; to recognize the right of Alabamians to engage in contraception and assisted reproductive practices such as in vitro fertilization

This bill, known as the Alabama Family Planning Act, establishes legal rights for Alabamians to use contraception and access assisted reproductive treatments like in vitro fertilization. It explicitly protects health care providers from restrictions on dispensing contraceptives or providing fertility services, and prevents state or local governments from enforcing laws that interfere with these practices. The legislation allows the Attorney General, health care providers, and individuals to file civil lawsuits to stop any laws or policies that limit access to these reproductive health options, with enforcement beginning on October 1, 2026.