Published May, 2025
Preparing for a Supreme Court Decision That Could Change Health Care Coverage for Millions of Americans, Equality Federation and CHLP (2025)
Produced by Equality Federation and CHLP, this document outlines potential outcomes of the upcoming Supreme Court decision in Kennedy v. Braidwood, a case that challenges the federal requirement for private insurers to fully cover preventive health care services, including HIV prevention medication (PrEP). The case was brought by Christian business owners who argue against being required to offer such coverage.
The document describes four potential outcomes: a win (maintaining full coverage), a partial win (coverage depending on future federal action), a remand (delaying the final decision), or a loss (ending mandatory coverage). If the Court rules against full coverage, up to 150 million people could face increased costs for preventive care, potentially worsening health outcomes and racial disparities, especially in states without their own protections. The resource emphasizes the need for ongoing advocacy to protect access to preventive care regardless of the ruling.
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