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Key Points Question How have barriers to reproductive health care services changed between 2017 and 2021? Findings In this cross-sectional study fielded in fall 2017 and winter 2021, an increase was observed in the proportion of US women of reproductive age reporting a barrier to accessing wanted reproductive health care services, as well as an increase in the number of barriers experienced. Participants from historically disadvantaged populations saw the greatest increase in number of barriers. Meaning The study’s findings suggest that efforts are needed to ensure reproductive health care access, especially during disruptive events.