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Taxpayers Support Life Act
12/29/2022, 7:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8702
Bill 117 HR 8702, also known as the Taxpayers Support Life Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions or for health benefits coverage that includes coverage of abortion services.
If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the use of taxpayer dollars in relation to abortion services. It would ensure that federal funds are not used to support abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger.
Supporters of the Taxpayers Support Life Act argue that it is important to protect the rights of taxpayers who may have moral or religious objections to abortion. They believe that federal funds should not be used to support a practice that goes against the beliefs of many Americans. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it restricts access to abortion services for women who may not be able to afford them otherwise. They believe that women should have the right to make their own decisions about their reproductive health without government interference. Overall, the Taxpayers Support Life Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the use of federal funds in relation to abortion services. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome will have significant implications for the future of abortion policy in the United States.
If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the use of taxpayer dollars in relation to abortion services. It would ensure that federal funds are not used to support abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger.
Supporters of the Taxpayers Support Life Act argue that it is important to protect the rights of taxpayers who may have moral or religious objections to abortion. They believe that federal funds should not be used to support a practice that goes against the beliefs of many Americans. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it restricts access to abortion services for women who may not be able to afford them otherwise. They believe that women should have the right to make their own decisions about their reproductive health without government interference. Overall, the Taxpayers Support Life Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the use of federal funds in relation to abortion services. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome will have significant implications for the future of abortion policy in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 8702
Taxpayers Support Life Act
This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from finalizing, implementing, administering, or enforcing a proposed rule (published on August 4, 2022) that implements the statutory ban on discrimination in federally funded health programs and activities. Further, HHS may not use federal funds to contravene the administration or enforcement of the existing nondiscrimination rule, which became effective on June 19, 2020.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8702
Bill HR 8702 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 12, 2022. Bill HR 8702 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 12, 2022. Bill HR 8702's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of August 12, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8702
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
90Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
90Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8702
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8702
Taxpayers Support Life Act
Taxpayers Support Life Act
To prohibit the implementation of the proposed rule entitled "Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8702
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