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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4712) to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit a health care practitioner from failing to exercise the proper degree of care in the case of a child who survives an abortion or attempted abortion, and providing for proceedings during the period from January 22, 2018, through January 26, 2018.

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Summary of Bill HRES 694

Bill 115 H.Res. 694, also known as the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to prohibit health care practitioners from failing to provide proper care to a child who survives an abortion or attempted abortion. The bill seeks to ensure that these infants receive the necessary medical attention and care to give them the best chance at survival.

In addition to addressing the issue of post-abortion care for infants, the bill also outlines the proceedings that will take place during the period from January 22, 2018, through January 26, 2018. This includes providing for the consideration of another bill, H.R. 4712, which is related to the protection of infants who survive abortion procedures.

Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 694 is focused on protecting the rights and well-being of infants who survive abortion attempts, ensuring that they receive the appropriate medical care and attention they need to thrive. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public.

Current Status of Bill HRES 694

Bill HRES 694 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2018. Bill HRES 694 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2018.  Bill HRES 694's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 18, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 694

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 694

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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