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Introduced
07/25/2019
07/25/2019
In Committee
09/25/2019
09/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit abortion in cases where a fetal heartbeat is detectable. This bill makes it a crime for a physician to knowingly perform an abortion (1) without determining whether the fetus has a detectable heartbeat, (2) without informing the mother of the results, or (3) after determining that a fetus has a detectable heartbeat. It provides an exception for an abortion if (1) the abortion is necessary to save the life of a mother whose life is endangered by a physical (but not psychological or emotional) disorder, illness, or condition; (2) the pregnancy is the result of rape against an adult; or (3) the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest against a minor. A physician who performs a prohibited abortion is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, up to five years in prison, or both. A woman who undergoes a prohibited abortion may not be prosecuted for violating or conspiring to violate the provisions of this bill.
AI Summary
This bill, the Every New Heart Deserves a Chance Act of 2019, amends federal law to prohibit abortions in cases where a fetal heartbeat is detectable. It makes it a crime for a physician to perform an abortion without determining and informing the mother if a fetal heartbeat is present. The bill provides exceptions for abortions necessary to save the life of the mother, or in cases of rape or incest against a minor. Physicians who perform prohibited abortions can face criminal penalties, but women who undergo such abortions cannot be prosecuted. The bill also requires physicians to document information related to fetal heartbeat detection in the patient's medical file.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 09/25/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/3985/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3985/BILLS-116hr3985ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3985/BILLS-116hr3985ih.pdf.pdf |
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