Unborn Child Support Act

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7052

Bill 118 HR 7052, also known as the Unborn Child Support Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide financial support for pregnant women who choose to carry their pregnancies to term.

The bill proposes the establishment of a fund that would provide financial assistance to pregnant women in need. This assistance would cover expenses such as prenatal care, childbirth, and postnatal care for both the mother and the child. The goal of the bill is to ensure that pregnant women have the resources they need to support themselves and their unborn children.

In addition to providing financial support, the bill also includes provisions aimed at promoting the health and well-being of pregnant women. This includes funding for education and counseling services, as well as support for programs that promote healthy pregnancies and childbirth. Overall, the Unborn Child Support Act seeks to address the financial and healthcare needs of pregnant women, with the ultimate goal of supporting both the mother and the unborn child. The bill is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process.

Congressional Summary of HR 7052

Unborn Child Support Act

This bill requires states to apply child support obligations to the time period during pregnancy. This requirement is applicable retroactively based on a court order at the request of the pregnant parent and a determination by a physician of the month during which the child was conceived. Existing state requirements are applicable to these obligations, such as proof of parenthood.

Current Status of Bill HR 7052

Bill HR 7052 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 18, 2024. Bill HR 7052 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 18, 2024.  Bill HR 7052's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7052

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7052

Primary Policy Focus

Families

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7052

Unborn Child Support ActUnborn Child Support ActTo amend part D of title IV of the Social Security Act to ensure that child support for unborn children is collected and distributed under the child support enforcement program, and for other purposes.
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