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Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act
3/13/2024, 10:55 AM
Summary of Bill S 2539
Bill 118 s 2539, also known as the Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address concerns regarding discrimination in the Title X family planning program.
Title X is a federal program that provides funding for family planning services, including contraception, pregnancy testing, and counseling. The program is intended to help low-income individuals access these services, regardless of their ability to pay.
However, there have been concerns raised about potential discrimination in the program. Some critics argue that certain providers may be denying services to individuals based on factors such as their sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious beliefs. The Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act seeks to address these concerns by prohibiting discrimination in the Title X program. The bill would require providers to offer services to all individuals, regardless of their personal characteristics. It would also establish mechanisms for individuals to report instances of discrimination and seek recourse. Overall, the Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act aims to ensure that all individuals have access to the family planning services they need, without facing discrimination. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process.
Title X is a federal program that provides funding for family planning services, including contraception, pregnancy testing, and counseling. The program is intended to help low-income individuals access these services, regardless of their ability to pay.
However, there have been concerns raised about potential discrimination in the program. Some critics argue that certain providers may be denying services to individuals based on factors such as their sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious beliefs. The Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act seeks to address these concerns by prohibiting discrimination in the Title X program. The bill would require providers to offer services to all individuals, regardless of their personal characteristics. It would also establish mechanisms for individuals to report instances of discrimination and seek recourse. Overall, the Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act aims to ensure that all individuals have access to the family planning services they need, without facing discrimination. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process.
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Current Status of Bill S 2539
Bill S 2539 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill S 2539 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 26, 2023. Bill S 2539's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of July 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2539
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2539
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Abortion
- Health programs administration and funding
- Sex and reproductive health
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2539
Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act
Prevent Discrimination in Title X Act
A bill to clarify that, in awarding funding under title X of the Public Health Service Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services may not discriminate against eligible States, individuals, or other entities for refusing to counsel or refer for abortions.
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