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Reader decries HHS mandate as unconstitutional

| July 13, 2012 6:00 AM

The US Department of Health and Human Services has issued a mandate for the coverage of sterilization and contraceptives (including long-lasting injections and "morning after pills that may cause abortions") in virtually all private health plans. This includes churches and religious organizations. It's not simply birth control. HHS has reaffirmed its mandate while deferring enforcement until August 2013.

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