To require States to report information on Medicaid payments to abortion providers.

Hozzl · 2024-02-06T08:15:34Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7161 To require States to report information on Medicaid payments to abortion providers. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/6/2024, 8:15 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 7161

Abortion Funding Awareness Act of 2024

This bill establishes reporting requirements for states regarding certain Medicaid payments to abortion providers.

Specifically, the bill requires states that make Medicaid payments using federal funds for any items or services furnished by an abortion provider to annually (1) submit a report to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on all such payments, and (2) publish the report on the state's website. The report must include specified information, including the number of abortions performed by the providers and the gestational age with respect to each such abortion. (Current law restricts the use of federal funds for abortions to cases of rape, incest, or life endangerment of the woman. States may use their own funds to cover abortions in other cases.)

Current Status of Bill HR 7161

Bill HR 7161 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2024. Bill HR 7161 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2024. Bill HR 7161's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 31, 2024