House Republicans Protest VA Expansion of IVF Access for Veterans
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A group of 4 House Republicans sent a letter to the Biden administration protesting the expansion of IVF access for veterans, raising ethical concerns.
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The lawmakers argued IVF is "morally dubious" and that embryos have "inherent humanity", questioning the policy's morality.
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The Republicans asked questions about what the VA will do with surplus embryos, where they will store them, who will pay for storage, and the legal authority behind the decision.
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The VA is expanding IVF access regardless of veterans' marital status and allowing use of donor eggs, sperm and embryos to help injured vets raise families.
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The letter comes amid national debates over IVF sparked by an Alabama ruling that embryos are people, with Republicans divided on protecting or restricting IVF.