Lumsden’s Fertility Preservation Bill Signed Into Law; Local Lawmakers Have Other Health Measures Pending

Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Eddie Lumsford, R-Armuchee, is among the slate of healthcare bills signed into law by Gov. Brian Kemp.

House Bill 94 requires health benefit policies to provide coverage for standard fertility preservation services when certain medically necessary treatments may cause infertility.

The measure specifically references treatments for cancer, sickle cell disease and lupus. It will apply to all policies renewed or issued as of Jan. 1, 2026, except those executed by the state and ERISA retirement plans…

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