Women’s Health Protection Act of 2022

The Women's Health Protection Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 8296, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect and expand access to reproductive healthcare services for women across the country.

The bill aims to codify the protections outlined in the landmark Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States. It would prohibit states from imposing restrictions on abortion that are not medically necessary or that place an undue burden on women seeking to terminate a pregnancy.

Additionally, the Women's Health Protection Act would prevent states from enacting laws that target abortion providers or clinics with unnecessary regulations that make it difficult for them to operate. It would also prohibit states from banning certain types of abortion procedures or imposing waiting periods or mandatory counseling requirements. Overall, the Women's Health Protection Act of 2022 seeks to ensure that women have access to safe and legal reproductive healthcare services without facing unnecessary barriers or restrictions. It is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to have a major impact on women's health and rights in the United States.