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To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.

2/8/2025, 9:01 AM

Summary of Bill HR 722

Bill 119 HR 722, also known as the Life at Conception Act, aims to provide equal protection under the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution for the right to life of both born and preborn human individuals. The bill seeks to establish that life begins at conception and that all human beings, regardless of their stage of development, deserve legal protection.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for reproductive rights and abortion laws in the United States. Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights of the unborn and ensure that they are treated as equal members of society. However, opponents of the bill argue that it would infringe on women's reproductive rights and could potentially lead to the criminalization of abortion.

The Life at Conception Act has sparked intense debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups, with both sides presenting strong arguments for and against the bill. It remains to be seen whether this legislation will gain enough support to pass in Congress and become law.

Congressional Summary of HR 722

Life at Conception Act

This bill declares that the right to life guaranteed by the Constitution is vested in each human being at all stages of life, including the moment of fertilization, cloning, or other moment at which an individual comes into being.

Nothing in this bill shall be construed to authorize the prosecution of any woman for the death of her unborn child.

Current Status of Bill HR 722

Bill HR 722 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2025. Bill HR 722 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 24, 2025.  Bill HR 722's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 24, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 722

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
206
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
206
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 722

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 722

To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.
To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.

Comments

Landyn Collins profile image

Landyn Collins

444

9 months ago

This bill ain't right. It's takin' away choices from women and hurtin' families. It's makin' me sad to see this happenin'. We gotta think about the big picture here and protectin' everyone's rights.

Madilynn Guthrie profile image

Madilynn Guthrie

469

9 months ago

I'm so excited about this bill! It's gonna protect all the babies, born and preborn, and give them the right to life. It's so important to protect the most vulnerable members of our society. I can't wait to see this bill pass and make a real difference in the world.