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Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 428

Bill 118 HR 428, also known as the Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the rights and dignity of unborn children by prohibiting the sale of fetal tissue obtained from abortions.

The bill specifically prohibits any person or entity from knowingly acquiring, receiving, or transferring fetal tissue for valuable consideration. It also prohibits the solicitation or acceptance of any form of compensation in exchange for fetal tissue obtained from an abortion.

Additionally, the bill requires that any fetal tissue obtained from an abortion be disposed of in a respectful and dignified manner, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023 aims to uphold the sanctity of life and ensure that unborn children are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. It seeks to prevent the exploitation of fetal tissue for financial gain and promote ethical practices in the handling of such tissue. Overall, this bill addresses important ethical and moral considerations surrounding the treatment of unborn children and aims to protect their dignity and rights.

Congressional Summary of HR 428

Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023

This bill establishes a new criminal offense for recklessly disposing of or abandoning fetal remains in a landfill or in any navigable waters of the United States.

The term fetal remains means any part (except a cremated part) of a deceased human fetus following an abortion.

A violator is subject to a fine, up to three years in prison, or both.

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Current Status of Bill HR 428

Bill HR 428 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2023. Bill HR 428 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2023.  Bill HR 428's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 428

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 428

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Solid waste and recycling

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 428

Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023
Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2023
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the unlawful disposal of fetal remains.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 428

Robert E. Latta
Robert E. Latta
OhioRepublican
Harold Rogers
Harold Rogers
KentuckyRepublican
Debbie Lesko
Debbie Lesko
ArizonaRepublican
Ronny Jackson
Ronny Jackson
TexasRepublican
Jeff Duncan
Jeff Duncan
South CarolinaRepublican
Troy Balderson
Troy Balderson
OhioRepublican

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