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A bill to end the use of taxpayer funds for entities that perform, provide referrals for, or provide funding for, abortions, and for other purposes.
1/17/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 125
Bill 119 s 125, also known as the "End Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act," aims to prohibit the use of taxpayer funds for entities that perform, provide referrals for, or provide funding for abortions. The bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to support abortion services, which some individuals may find morally objectionable.
If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for organizations that currently receive federal funding and provide abortion services. These organizations would no longer be able to use taxpayer funds to support these services, potentially impacting their ability to continue offering abortions.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer funds should not be used to support a practice that many Americans believe is morally wrong. They believe that individuals who are opposed to abortion should not be forced to fund it through their tax dollars. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that restricting access to abortion services disproportionately affects low-income individuals who rely on federally funded programs for their healthcare needs. They argue that this bill would limit access to a constitutionally protected healthcare service for those who may not be able to afford it otherwise. Overall, Bill 119 s 125 is a contentious piece of legislation that raises important questions about the role of taxpayer funds in supporting controversial healthcare services. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process.
If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for organizations that currently receive federal funding and provide abortion services. These organizations would no longer be able to use taxpayer funds to support these services, potentially impacting their ability to continue offering abortions.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer funds should not be used to support a practice that many Americans believe is morally wrong. They believe that individuals who are opposed to abortion should not be forced to fund it through their tax dollars. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that restricting access to abortion services disproportionately affects low-income individuals who rely on federally funded programs for their healthcare needs. They argue that this bill would limit access to a constitutionally protected healthcare service for those who may not be able to afford it otherwise. Overall, Bill 119 s 125 is a contentious piece of legislation that raises important questions about the role of taxpayer funds in supporting controversial healthcare services. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process.
Congressional Summary of S 125
End Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Providers Act
This bill prohibits federal funding for entities, or their affiliates, that perform abortions, provide referrals for abortions, or provide funding to others that perform abortions. It provides exceptions for abortions (1) in the case of rape or incest, or (2) when a physician certifies there is a danger of death to the woman without an abortion.
The bill’s prohibition applies to any federal statutory law adopted after the bill’s effective date, unless such law contains an explicit exemption.
Current Status of Bill S 125
Bill S 125 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill S 125 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 16, 2025. Bill S 125's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 16, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 125
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 125
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 125
A bill to end the use of taxpayer funds for entities that perform, provide referrals for, or provide funding for, abortions, and for other purposes.
A bill to end the use of taxpayer funds for entities that perform, provide referrals for, or provide funding for, abortions, and for other purposes.
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