Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 624 Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/16/2024, 9:08 PM

Congressional Summary of S 624

Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act

This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from awarding family planning grants to entities that perform abortions or provide funding to other entities that perform abortions. To receive a grant, an entity must certify it will refrain from those activities during the grant period.

The bill provides exceptions for abortions (1) in cases of rape or incest; or (2) when the life of the woman is in danger due to a physical disorder, injury, or illness. It also exempts hospitals unless they provide funds to non-hospital entities that provide abortions.

HHS must report annually on this prohibition.

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Current Status of Bill S 624

Bill S 624 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2023. Bill S 624 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 2, 2023. Bill S 624's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 2, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 624

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

AbortionCongressional oversightFamily planning and birth controlHealth facilities and institutionsHealth programs administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 624

Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition ActTitle X Abortion Provider Prohibition ActA bill to amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit family planning grants from being awarded to any entity that performs abortions, and for other purposes.

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