Abortion Justice Act of 2023

1/4/2025, 11:17 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4303

Bill 118 hr 4303, also known as the Abortion Justice Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address issues related to abortion access and reproductive rights in the United States.

The Abortion Justice Act of 2023 includes several key provisions. One of the main goals of the bill is to ensure that individuals have access to safe and legal abortion services. The bill seeks to protect the right to choose by prohibiting states from enacting laws that restrict access to abortion services or impose unnecessary burdens on individuals seeking abortion care.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing access to reproductive healthcare services, such as contraception and family planning services. The bill also seeks to address disparities in access to abortion care, particularly for low-income individuals and communities of color. Overall, the Abortion Justice Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to protect and expand access to reproductive healthcare services, including abortion. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.

Current Status of Bill HR 4303

Bill HR 4303 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill HR 4303 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2023.  Bill HR 4303's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4303

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
38
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4303

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

AbortionAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresCivil actions and liabilityDepartment of Health and Human ServicesDetention of personsGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth information and medical recordsHealth programs administration and fundingHigher educationImmigrant health and welfareImmigration status and proceduresIndian social and development programsMedicaidMedicareMilitary medicineNational and community servicePoverty and welfare assistanceRefugees, asylum, displaced personsRight of privacySex and reproductive healthState and local government operationsVeterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4303

Abortion Justice Act of 2023Abortion Justice Act of 2023To expand access to abortion care.
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