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Introduced
01/28/2021
01/28/2021
In Committee
03/22/2021
03/22/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit taking minors across State lines in circumvention of laws requir- ing the involvement of parents in abortion decisions.
AI Summary
This bill, the Child Custody Protection Act of 2021, amends Title 18 of the United States Code to prohibit knowingly transporting a minor across state lines with the intent that the minor obtain an abortion, thereby circumventing state laws requiring parental involvement in a minor's abortion decision. The bill provides exceptions for life-endangering conditions and protects the minor and their parent from prosecution. It also creates a civil action for parents harmed by a violation of the law, except in cases of incest. The bill aims to preserve parental rights regarding a minor's abortion decision.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 03/22/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/627/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr627/BILLS-117hr627ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr627/BILLS-117hr627ih.pdf.pdf |
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