SAD Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 4469 SAD Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 5:48 PM

Congressional Summary of S 4469

Stop Anti-Abortion Disinformation Act or the SAD Act

This bill prohibits advertisements that use deceptive or misleading statements related to the provision of abortion services. Abortion services include (1) surgical and non-surgical procedures to terminate a pregnancy, or (2) providing referrals for such procedures.

The Federal Trade Commission must promulgate rules to implement the prohibition, and the bill provides for enforcement by the commission.

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Current Status of Bill S 4469

Bill S 4469 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2022. Bill S 4469 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 23, 2022. Bill S 4469's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 23, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4469

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4469

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Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4469

SAD Act

Stop Anti-Abortion Disinformation Act

A bill to direct the Federal Trade Commission to prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in the advertising of abortion services, and for other purposes.