Bill 118 hr 4303, also known as the Abortion Justice Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address issues related to abortion access and reproductive rights in the United States.
The Abortion Justice Act of 2023 includes several key provisions. One of the main goals of the bill is to ensure that individuals have access to safe and legal abortion services. The bill seeks to protect the right to choose by prohibiting states from enacting laws that restrict access to abortion services or impose unnecessary burdens on individuals seeking abortion care.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing access to reproductive healthcare services, such as contraception and family planning services. The bill also seeks to address disparities in access to abortion care, particularly for low-income individuals and communities of color.
Overall, the Abortion Justice Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to protect and expand access to reproductive healthcare services, including abortion. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo expand access to abortion care.
Display TitleAbortion Justice Act of 2023
Short Title(s) as IntroducedAbortion Justice Act of 2023
Official Title as IntroducedTo expand access to abortion care.
Policy Areas
Health
Potential Impact
Abortion•
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Civil actions and liability•
Department of Health and Human Services•
Detention of persons•
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management•
Health care costs and insurance•
Health care coverage and access•
Health information and medical records•
Health programs administration and funding•
Higher education•
Immigrant health and welfare•
Immigration status and procedures•
Indian social and development programs•
Medicaid•
Medicare•
Military medicine•
National and community service•
Poverty and welfare assistance•
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons•
Right of privacy•
Sex and reproductive health•
State and local government operations•
Veterans' medical care
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Recent Activity
Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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