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To amend title 10, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Defense from paying or reimbursing expenses relating to abortion services, and for other purposes.
6/6/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1297
Bill 118 hr 1297, also known as the "Abortion Services Prohibition Act," aims to amend title 10 of the United States Code to prevent the Secretary of Defense from using funds to pay for or reimburse expenses related to abortion services. The bill seeks to restrict the use of taxpayer dollars for abortions within the military healthcare system.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from covering the costs of abortion services for military personnel and their dependents, except in cases where the pregnancy is a result of rape or incest, or if the life of the mother is in danger. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that healthcare providers within the military system are not required to perform abortions if it goes against their personal beliefs.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortions, while opponents argue that this legislation restricts access to necessary healthcare services for women in the military. The bill is currently under review in Congress and has sparked debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups on both sides of the issue.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from covering the costs of abortion services for military personnel and their dependents, except in cases where the pregnancy is a result of rape or incest, or if the life of the mother is in danger. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that healthcare providers within the military system are not required to perform abortions if it goes against their personal beliefs.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortions, while opponents argue that this legislation restricts access to necessary healthcare services for women in the military. The bill is currently under review in Congress and has sparked debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups on both sides of the issue.
Congressional Summary of HR 1297
This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD) from providing certain funding related to abortion services. Specifically, the bill prohibits DOD from paying or reimbursing any fees or expenses for a health care professional (who provides health care at a military medical treatment facility) to gain a license in a state if the purpose of gaining the license is to provide abortion services.
The bill also repeals the DOD memorandum titled Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care (October 20, 2022). Such memo sets forth DOD policies and procedures in response to the Supreme Court's ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Under the bill, DOD may not obligate or expend funds to carry out the memo or any successor memo.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1297
Bill HR 1297 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill HR 1297 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2023. Bill HR 1297's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of March 1, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1297
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
160Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
160Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1297
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1297
To amend title 10, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Defense from paying or reimbursing expenses relating to abortion services, and for other purposes.
To amend title 10, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Defense from paying or reimbursing expenses relating to abortion services, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1297
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