A federal district court has ruled against the Trump administration’s religious exemption for the Little Sisters of the Poor regarding the contraceptive mandate, upholding requirements that religious organizations provide coverage for contraceptives. The decision reinforces existing regulations under the Affordable Care Act, which mandate health insurance plans to include preventive care services without cost-sharing. The case centered on the Trump-era policy that allowed certain religious groups to opt out of the requirement based on sincere beliefs. Critics argued the exemption created disparities in healthcare access, while supporters emphasized religious freedom. The ruling underscores ongoing legal debates over balancing religious rights with public health mandates.
Federal Court Ruling Strikes Down Trump-Era Religious Exemption for Contraceptive Mandate
