Reproductive Choice Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3713 Reproductive Choice Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 9:33 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3713

Reproductive Choice Act

This bill provides statutory authority for certain Supreme Court holdings on abortion rights and restrictions in the cases of Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey.

In Roe, the Court held that the Constitution protects a woman's decision to terminate her pregnancy. In Casey, the Court reaffirmed this holding and additionally held that state abortion regulations may not place a substantial obstacle in the path of a woman seeking an abortion before fetal viability (i.e., an undue burden). However, a state may (1) restrict abortions after viability, except when a pregnancy endangers the life or health of the woman; and (2) enact regulations to further the health or safety of a woman seeking an abortion, except for unnecessary health regulations that present a substantial obstacle to a woman seeking an abortion.

The bill provides statutory authority for these holdings. It also specifies that the bill does not affect laws regarding conscience protection.

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Current Status of Bill S 3713

Bill S 3713 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2022. Bill S 3713 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 28, 2022. Bill S 3713's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S838) as of February 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3713

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3713

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion

- Constitution and constitutional amendments

- Supreme Court

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3713

Reproductive Choice Act

A bill to codify the essential holdings of Roe v. Wade (410 U.S. 113 (1973)) and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey (505 U.S. 833 (1992)).