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Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 12:15 AM

Summary of Bill S 2152

Bill 118 s 2152, also known as the Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a fund that will provide financial assistance to individuals who need to travel out of state in order to access reproductive health services, such as abortion.

The bill outlines the criteria for eligibility for the fund, which includes individuals who live in states with restrictive abortion laws that limit access to reproductive health services. The fund will cover expenses such as transportation, lodging, and other related costs associated with traveling for reproductive health care.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of individuals who apply for assistance from the fund. It also prohibits any discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Overall, the Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023 aims to support individuals who face barriers to accessing reproductive health care in their own state by providing financial assistance for travel to states where these services are more readily available.

Current Status of Bill S 2152

Bill S 2152 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2152 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023.  Bill S 2152's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2152

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2152

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Congressional oversight
- Federal preemption
- Intergovernmental relations
- Transportation costs
- Travel and tourism

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2152

Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023
Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023
A bill to authorize grants to eligible entities to pay for travel-related expenses and logistical support for individuals with respect to accessing abortion services, and for other purposes.

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