Senate Republicans blocked legislation on contraception access despite majority voter support, leaving Democrats short of votes to protect reproductive health options.
GOP's push for anti-abortion laws raises concerns on the future of birth control, prompting Democrats to seek codification of contraception rights.
Democrats emphasize urgency to protect contraception rights due to threats posed by recent statements and actions, including potential restrictions supported by ex-President Trump.
Recent Supreme Court actions and signals on revisiting precedents like Roe v. Wade enhance the importance of codifying contraception rights, a concern Democrats have been vocal about for years.
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