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Prohibiting Abortion Industry’s Lucrative Loopholes Act

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7798

Bill 117 HR 7798, also known as the Prohibiting Abortion Industry’s Lucrative Loopholes Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address what some lawmakers see as loopholes in the abortion industry that allow for profit-making practices.

The main provisions of the bill include prohibiting the sale of fetal tissue for profit, banning the use of federal funds for abortions, and requiring abortion providers to report any violations of these provisions to the Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, the bill would impose penalties on providers who violate these regulations, including fines and potential loss of federal funding.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure transparency and accountability in the abortion industry, and to prevent the exploitation of fetal tissue for financial gain. They also believe that federal funds should not be used to support abortions, as this goes against the beliefs of many taxpayers. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it infringes on women's reproductive rights and could limit access to safe and legal abortion services. They also question the need for such legislation, as existing laws already regulate the use of fetal tissue and federal funding for abortions. Overall, Bill 117 HR 7798 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as it continues to be discussed and debated.

Congressional Summary of HR 7798

Prohibiting Abortion Industry's Lucrative Loopholes Act

This bill expands the prohibition on the sale or purchase of human fetal tissue in interstate commerce to include any payments associated with the transportation, implantation, processing, preservation, quality control, or storage of such tissue.

Current Status of Bill HR 7798

Bill HR 7798 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2022. Bill HR 7798 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2022.  Bill HR 7798's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 17, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7798

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
62
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
62
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7798

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7798

Prohibiting Abortion Industry’s Lucrative Loopholes Act
Prohibiting Abortion Industry’s Lucrative Loopholes Act
To amend title IV of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit sale or transactions relating to human fetal tissue.

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