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Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 18
Bill 118 s 18, also known as the Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect individuals with Down Syndrome from discrimination based on their genetic condition.
The bill prohibits discrimination against individuals with Down Syndrome in various areas, including healthcare, education, employment, and housing. It also aims to ensure that individuals with Down Syndrome have access to the same opportunities and resources as everyone else.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase awareness and understanding of Down Syndrome, as well as to provide support and resources for individuals and families affected by the condition. Overall, the Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act seeks to promote equality and inclusion for individuals with Down Syndrome, and to ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect in all aspects of their lives.
The bill prohibits discrimination against individuals with Down Syndrome in various areas, including healthcare, education, employment, and housing. It also aims to ensure that individuals with Down Syndrome have access to the same opportunities and resources as everyone else.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase awareness and understanding of Down Syndrome, as well as to provide support and resources for individuals and families affected by the condition. Overall, the Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act seeks to promote equality and inclusion for individuals with Down Syndrome, and to ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect in all aspects of their lives.
Congressional Summary of S 18
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
This bill creates new federal crimes related to the performance of an abortion on an unborn child who has Down syndrome.
It subjects a violator to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both.
It also authorizes civil remedies, including damages and injunctive relief.
A woman who undergoes such an abortion may not be prosecuted or held civilly liable.
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Current Status of Bill S 18
Bill S 18 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2023. Bill S 18 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2023. Bill S 18's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 23, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 18
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
48Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
48Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 18
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
- Birth defects
- Civil actions and liability
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Disability and health-based discrimination
- Health information and medical records
- Health personnel
- Right of privacy
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 18
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit discrimination by abortion against an unborn child on the basis of Down syndrome.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 18
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