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Women’s Public Health and Safety Act

12/13/2023, 8:29 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1074

Bill 118 hr 1074, also known as the Women's Public Health and Safety Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address various issues related to women's health and safety.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a task force dedicated to studying and addressing the unique health needs of women. This task force would be responsible for conducting research, collecting data, and making recommendations to improve the overall health and well-being of women across the country.

Additionally, the Women's Public Health and Safety Act includes provisions aimed at increasing access to essential healthcare services for women. This includes measures to expand access to reproductive healthcare, improve maternal health outcomes, and address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for women of color and other marginalized communities. The bill also includes provisions to enhance safety measures for women, such as increasing funding for programs aimed at preventing domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as improving access to resources for survivors of these crimes. Overall, the Women's Public Health and Safety Act seeks to address the unique health and safety needs of women in the United States through a comprehensive and evidence-based approach. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a crucial step towards improving the health and well-being of women, while opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and implications of the proposed measures.

Congressional Summary of HR 1074

Women's Public Health and Safety Act

This bill allows a state to exclude from participation in the state's Medicaid program a provider that performs an abortion, unless (1) the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest, or (2) the woman suffers from a physical issue that would place her in danger of death unless an abortion is performed. Under current law, a state plan for medical assistance must provide that any individual eligible for medical assistance may obtain required services from any provider qualified to perform them.

Current Status of Bill HR 1074

Bill HR 1074 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1074 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023.  Bill HR 1074's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 24, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1074

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
88
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
88
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1074

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Health facilities and institutions
- Health personnel
- Medicaid
- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1074

Women’s Public Health and Safety Act
Women’s Public Health and Safety Act
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to allow for greater State flexibility with respect to excluding providers who are involved in abortions.

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