Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T13:34:05Z

Explore the details of House Bill 9247 Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 1:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9247

Bill 117 HR 9247, also known as the Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to increase awareness and education about abortion care in the United States.

The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to develop and implement a public education campaign to provide accurate information about abortion care, including the procedures involved, the risks and benefits, and the legal rights of individuals seeking abortion services. The campaign will also aim to reduce stigma and misinformation surrounding abortion.

Additionally, the bill mandates that healthcare providers who offer abortion services must provide patients with comprehensive and unbiased information about their options, including alternatives to abortion and resources for support. This is intended to ensure that individuals have access to all the information they need to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals seeking abortion care, as well as provisions to ensure that healthcare providers are not discriminated against for providing abortion services. Overall, the Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022 seeks to promote transparency, education, and access to information about abortion care in order to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

Congressional Summary of HR 9247

Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to carry out a campaign to educate the public about how to access abortion and related health services. The campaign must address, among other matters, the legality of interstate travel to obtain abortions and related services and accurate information about medication abortions.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9247

Bill HR 9247 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 28, 2022. Bill HR 9247 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 28, 2022. Bill HR 9247's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of October 31, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9247

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9247

Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2022

To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a public health education, awareness, and outreach campaign to enhance access to abortion and related health services.