Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-11T05:08:17Z

Explore the details of House Bill 343 Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/11/2025, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 343

Bill 119 HR 343, also known as the "Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act," aims to make changes to Title X of the Public Health Service Act. The main goal of this bill is to prevent family planning grants from being awarded to any organization that provides abortion services.

If passed, this bill would prohibit any entity that performs abortions from receiving funding through Title X, which is a federal program that provides funding for family planning and reproductive health services. This means that organizations such as Planned Parenthood, which offer both family planning services and abortion services, would no longer be eligible for these grants.

Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund organizations that provide abortions, as it goes against their beliefs. They believe that this bill would ensure that federal funding is not being used to support abortion services. Opponents of the bill argue that it would restrict access to essential reproductive health services for low-income individuals and communities. They argue that organizations like Planned Parenthood play a crucial role in providing affordable and accessible family planning services, and that cutting off funding to these organizations would harm those who rely on their services. Overall, Bill 119 HR 343 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises questions about the intersection of federal funding, abortion services, and access to reproductive health care. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome will have significant implications for the future of family planning services in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 343

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 submit a report to Congress annually on this prohibition.

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Current Status of Bill HR 343

Bill HR 343 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2025. Bill HR 343 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2025. Bill HR 343's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 13, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 343

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.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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