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US HR2782

US HR2782
Woman’s Right To Know Act


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Introduced
04/22/2021
In Committee
04/23/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To ensure that women seeking an abortion are notified, before giving informed consent to receive an abortion, of the medical risks associated with the abortion proce- dure and the major developmental characteristics of the unborn child.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Woman's Right To Know Act, aims to ensure that women seeking an abortion are provided with certain information before giving informed consent. The key provisions of the bill include: (1) Requiring abortion providers to present an Informed Consent Authorization form to the woman 24 hours prior to the procedure, which must include details on the fetal developmental stage, medical risks of the abortion, and potential consequences for non-compliance; (2) Allowing for civil penalties against providers who fail to comply, as well as providing a private right of action for women or their parents; and (3) Clarifying that the bill does not preempt more extensive state-level abortion disclosure requirements or penalties. The bill also defines key terms like "abortion," "abortion provider," and "unborn child."

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 04/23/2021)

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