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Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 2:48 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6099
Bill 117 HR 6099, also known as the Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to recognize unborn children as members of the human species and to provide them with legal protections.
The bill states that unborn children should be recognized as human beings from the moment of conception and should be entitled to the same rights and protections as any other individual. This includes the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
The bill also aims to prohibit discrimination against unborn children based on their stage of development, disability, or genetic makeup. It seeks to ensure that all unborn children are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their circumstances. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights of unborn children and to ensure that they are not denied the same legal protections as other individuals. They believe that recognizing unborn children as members of the human species is a crucial step towards promoting a culture of life and respect for all human beings. Critics of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it could have far-reaching implications for women's reproductive rights and could potentially restrict access to abortion services. They believe that the bill is an attempt to undermine the legality of abortion and to impose a particular moral and religious viewpoint on the issue. Overall, Bill 117 HR 6099, the Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021, is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the rights and protections of unborn children. It is likely to spark heated debate and discussion in Congress and among the general public.
The bill states that unborn children should be recognized as human beings from the moment of conception and should be entitled to the same rights and protections as any other individual. This includes the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
The bill also aims to prohibit discrimination against unborn children based on their stage of development, disability, or genetic makeup. It seeks to ensure that all unborn children are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their circumstances. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights of unborn children and to ensure that they are not denied the same legal protections as other individuals. They believe that recognizing unborn children as members of the human species is a crucial step towards promoting a culture of life and respect for all human beings. Critics of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it could have far-reaching implications for women's reproductive rights and could potentially restrict access to abortion services. They believe that the bill is an attempt to undermine the legality of abortion and to impose a particular moral and religious viewpoint on the issue. Overall, Bill 117 HR 6099, the Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021, is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the rights and protections of unborn children. It is likely to spark heated debate and discussion in Congress and among the general public.
Congressional Summary of HR 6099
Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021
This bill replaces the term fetus with unborn child throughout federal law, including provisions relating to abortions and medical research. The bill also creates a default statutory definition for unborn child: a child in utero, or a member of the species Homo sapiens, at any stage of development, who is carried in the womb.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6099
Bill HR 6099 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 1, 2021. Bill HR 6099 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 1, 2021. Bill HR 6099's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6099
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
38Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
38Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6099
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6099
Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021
Recognizing the Unborn Act of 2021
To replace references to "fetus" in Federal law with references to "unborn child", and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6099
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