A bill to restrict the availability of Federal funds to organizations associated with the abortion industry.

1/25/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 250, also known as the "Restricting Federal Funds for Abortion Providers Act," aims to limit the access of federal funds to organizations that are affiliated with the abortion industry. The bill seeks to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to support organizations that provide abortion services.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for organizations such as Planned Parenthood, which receive federal funding for a variety of healthcare services, including family planning and reproductive health. Proponents of the bill argue that it is important to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not being used to support abortion services, which they believe to be morally objectionable.

Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it would restrict access to essential healthcare services for women, particularly low-income women who rely on organizations like Planned Parenthood for affordable healthcare. They argue that cutting off federal funding to these organizations would have a detrimental impact on women's health and well-being. Overall, Bill 119 s 250 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over abortion rights and access to healthcare services in the United States. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress through Congress and what its ultimate impact will be on organizations associated with the abortion industry.
Congress
119

Number
S - 250

Introduced on
2025-01-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 250, also known as the "Restricting Federal Funds for Abortion Providers Act," aims to limit the access of federal funds to organizations that are affiliated with the abortion industry. The bill seeks to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to support organizations that provide abortion services.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for organizations such as Planned Parenthood, which receive federal funding for a variety of healthcare services, including family planning and reproductive health. Proponents of the bill argue that it is important to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not being used to support abortion services, which they believe to be morally objectionable.

Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it would restrict access to essential healthcare services for women, particularly low-income women who rely on organizations like Planned Parenthood for affordable healthcare. They argue that cutting off federal funding to these organizations would have a detrimental impact on women's health and well-being. Overall, Bill 119 s 250 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over abortion rights and access to healthcare services in the United States. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress through Congress and what its ultimate impact will be on organizations associated with the abortion industry.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to restrict the availability of Federal funds to organizations associated with the abortion industry.

Comments

APPROVED
JB
Jrue Barefoot
@mushroom_grape_bunium_persicum42175
I don't like how it's gonna impact me and my choices.

APPROVED
NP
Noah Patrick
@jamaican_jerk_spice_qlat_daqqa_sharena_sol28796
I am saddened by the passing of this bill. It will limit access to important healthcare services for many individuals. How will this impact the future of reproductive rights in our country?

APPROVED
TR
Thalia Reed
@mandarine_new_zealand_spinach_sage92941
Ugh, can't believe they're trying to mess with this bill again. Like, seriously, why can't they just leave it alone? It's so annoying. #annoyed #politics #ugh

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/24/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.