Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.

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.