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To amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit funds under such title from being used for any system through which counseling or referrals are provided to individuals regarding abortion services.
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Summary of Bill HR 3741
Bill 118 hr 3741, also known as the "Title X Abortion Referral Prohibition Act," aims to amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prevent funds from being used for any system that offers counseling or referrals for abortion services. This bill seeks to restrict the use of federal funds under title X, which provides family planning and related preventive health services, from being used to support or promote abortion.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any organization or entity that receives funding under title X from providing counseling or referrals for abortion services. This means that organizations such as Planned Parenthood, which currently receive funding under title X, would no longer be able to offer information or assistance to individuals seeking abortion services.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that federal funds are not being used to support or promote abortion, which goes against the beliefs of many Americans. They believe that it is important to protect the sanctity of life and prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to fund a controversial and divisive issue. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it would restrict access to vital reproductive health services for low-income individuals who rely on title X funding for their healthcare needs. They believe that individuals should have the right to receive comprehensive and unbiased information about all of their options, including abortion, in order to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 hr 3741 would have significant implications for the provision of reproductive health services in the United States, particularly for low-income individuals who rely on title X funding for their healthcare needs. It is a contentious issue that highlights the ongoing debate over abortion rights and the role of government in funding reproductive health services.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any organization or entity that receives funding under title X from providing counseling or referrals for abortion services. This means that organizations such as Planned Parenthood, which currently receive funding under title X, would no longer be able to offer information or assistance to individuals seeking abortion services.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that federal funds are not being used to support or promote abortion, which goes against the beliefs of many Americans. They believe that it is important to protect the sanctity of life and prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to fund a controversial and divisive issue. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it would restrict access to vital reproductive health services for low-income individuals who rely on title X funding for their healthcare needs. They believe that individuals should have the right to receive comprehensive and unbiased information about all of their options, including abortion, in order to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 hr 3741 would have significant implications for the provision of reproductive health services in the United States, particularly for low-income individuals who rely on title X funding for their healthcare needs. It is a contentious issue that highlights the ongoing debate over abortion rights and the role of government in funding reproductive health services.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3741
Bill HR 3741 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since May 26, 2023. Bill HR 3741 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 26, 2023. Bill HR 3741's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 2, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3741
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
44Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
44Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3741
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
- Health programs administration and funding
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3741
To amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit funds under such title from being used for any system through which counseling or referrals are provided to individuals regarding abortion services.
To amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit funds under such title from being used for any system through which counseling or referrals are provided to individuals regarding abortion services.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3741
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