FOCA Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 1209 FOCA Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2025, 11:17 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1209

Bill 118 HR 1209, also known as the Freedom of Choice Act (FOCA), is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to codify the protections of Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in the United States.

If passed, the FOCA Act would ensure that women have the right to access safe and legal abortion services without interference from the government. It would also prohibit states from enacting laws that restrict access to abortion, such as mandatory waiting periods or parental consent requirements.

Supporters of the FOCA Act argue that it is necessary to protect women's reproductive rights and ensure that they have control over their own bodies. They believe that access to safe and legal abortion is a fundamental human right that should be protected by law. Opponents of the FOCA Act, on the other hand, argue that it goes against their beliefs and values, particularly those who are pro-life. They believe that abortion is morally wrong and should be restricted or banned altogether. Overall, the FOCA Act is a highly controversial piece of legislation that has sparked intense debate among lawmakers and the public. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain, but it is clear that the issue of abortion rights will continue to be a hot-button topic in American politics.

Congressional Summary of HR 1209

Fair and Open Competition Act or the FOCA Act

This bill prohibits federal construction contracts or controlling documents for federally supported construction projects from requiring or prohibiting project labor agreements. Such documents also may not discriminate against or give preference to a bidder or contractor who signs or refuses to sign a project labor agreement.

An agency may exempt a project from this prohibition to avert an imminent threat to public health or safety or to serve the national security.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1209

Bill HR 1209 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1209 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1209's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 734. as of December 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1209

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

356

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

356

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1209

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Building construction

- Labor-management relations

- Public contracts and procurement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1209

FOCA Act

Fair and Open Competition Act

To preserve open competition and Federal Government neutrality towards the labor relations of Federal Government contractors on Federal and federally funded construction projects, and for other purposes.