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Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 106
Bill 118 hr 106, also known as the Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger.
If passed, this bill would have significant implications for women's access to abortion services in the United States. It would restrict the ability of low-income women who rely on federal funding for their healthcare to access abortion services, potentially forcing them to carry unwanted pregnancies to term.
Supporters of the bill argue that abortion is not a form of healthcare and should not be funded by taxpayer dollars. They believe that the government should not be involved in funding a procedure that they view as morally objectionable. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that abortion is a fundamental healthcare right for women and that restricting access to abortion services disproportionately affects low-income women and women of color. They believe that the government should not interfere with a woman's right to make decisions about her own body. Overall, Bill 118 hr 106 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked intense debate among lawmakers and the public. Its outcome will have far-reaching implications for women's reproductive rights in the United States.
If passed, this bill would have significant implications for women's access to abortion services in the United States. It would restrict the ability of low-income women who rely on federal funding for their healthcare to access abortion services, potentially forcing them to carry unwanted pregnancies to term.
Supporters of the bill argue that abortion is not a form of healthcare and should not be funded by taxpayer dollars. They believe that the government should not be involved in funding a procedure that they view as morally objectionable. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that abortion is a fundamental healthcare right for women and that restricting access to abortion services disproportionately affects low-income women and women of color. They believe that the government should not interfere with a woman's right to make decisions about her own body. Overall, Bill 118 hr 106 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked intense debate among lawmakers and the public. Its outcome will have far-reaching implications for women's reproductive rights in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 106
Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2023
This bill prohibits a tax deduction for medical expenses paid for an abortion.
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Current Status of Bill HR 106
Bill HR 106 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 106 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 106's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 106
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
32Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 106
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
- Health care costs and insurance
- Income tax deductions
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 106
Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2023
Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2023
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that amounts paid for an abortion are not taken into account for purposes of the deduction for medical expenses.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 106
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