Military to reimburse service members freezing eggs, sperm

The Pentagon is starting a program to help service members cover the costs of freezing their eggs or sperm, responding to a mandate in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2025. This initiative will reimburse up to $500 a year for sperm cryopreservation services, with similar coverage for egg freezing expected. This move is significant as it addresses the needs of service members who might face deployment or other risks that could impact their future family planning. By covering these costs, the military is taking a progressive step toward supporting the health and personal choices of its personnel.