DeOtte et al. v. Kennedy et al.

Docket No.
4:26-cv-00712
District Court
Texas Northern — Fort Worth

Goal

  • Block enforcement of agency action
  • Declaration that agency action is unlawful
  • Vacate agency action

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Why This Matters:

Why this Matters:

The plaintiffs allege that the federal Contraceptive Mandate violates the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. They argue that a recent federal court ruling, which vacated a Trump Administration exemption rule for religious objectors, unfairly subjects them to these mandate requirements. The plaintiffs seek a permanent, class-wide injunction that could allow employers and individuals to legally opt out of mandatory contraceptive coverage.

 

Potential Impact:

Potential Impact:

Striking down the requirement for insurers and employers to cover all FDA-approved contraceptive methods would jeopardize access to legal reproductive care for consumers.

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Current Status

Briefing is ongoing