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Prohibiting Abortion on Federal Lands Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 186

Bill 118 s 186, also known as the Prohibiting Abortion on Federal Lands Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The bill aims to ban all abortions on federal lands, including national parks, forests, and other federally owned properties.

If passed, this bill would make it illegal for any individual to perform or receive an abortion on federal lands, with the exception of cases where the mother's life is in danger. The bill does not provide any exceptions for cases of rape or incest.

Supporters of the bill argue that federal lands should be held to a higher standard of protecting life, and that allowing abortions on these lands goes against the values of the American people. They believe that this bill is necessary to uphold the sanctity of life and prevent abortions from taking place on federal property. Opponents of the bill argue that it infringes on women's reproductive rights and limits access to safe and legal abortion services. They believe that the decision to have an abortion should be left up to the individual and their healthcare provider, and that this bill would only serve to restrict women's access to necessary healthcare services. As of now, the bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It is important to stay informed on the progress of this bill and to consider the potential implications it may have on women's reproductive rights and access to healthcare services on federal lands.

Congressional Summary of S 186

Prohibiting Abortion on Federal Lands Act

This bill prohibits the federal government from promoting, supporting, or contracting with abortion entities, or otherwise expanding access to abortions on federal lands or in federal facilities, including military installations, national parks, court houses, and other federal buildings.

Current Status of Bill S 186

Bill S 186 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill S 186 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 31, 2023.  Bill S 186's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 186

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 186

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Government buildings, facilities, and property

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 186

Prohibiting Abortion on Federal Lands Act
Prohibiting Abortion on Federal Lands Act
A bill to prohibit the Federal Government from promoting, supporting, or contracting with abortion entities, or otherwise expanding access to abortions on Federal lands or in Federal facilities.

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