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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions.

4/7/2025, 3:21 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 55

Bill 115 H.Res. 55 is a resolution that sets the rules for considering another bill, H.R. 7, which aims to prohibit taxpayer-funded abortions. The resolution outlines the procedures and guidelines for debating and voting on H.R. 7 in the House of Representatives.

H.R. 7, the main bill being considered, seeks to prevent the use of taxpayer dollars to fund abortions. This means that federal funds would not be allocated for any abortion procedures or services. The bill is likely to spark heated debates among lawmakers, with supporters arguing that taxpayer money should not be used for a controversial and divisive issue like abortion, while opponents may argue that restricting access to abortion services disproportionately affects low-income individuals and women of color.

Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 55 and H.R. 7 are significant pieces of legislation that address the contentious issue of taxpayer-funded abortions. The resolution sets the stage for the House of Representatives to discuss and vote on the bill, with potential implications for reproductive rights and government spending.

Current Status of Bill HRES 55

Bill HRES 55 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2017. Bill HRES 55 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2017.  Bill HRES 55's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 24, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 55

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 55

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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