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US S822

US S822
Modification to Department of Defense Travel Authorities for Abortion-Related Expenses Act of 2023


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Introduced
03/15/2023
In Committee
06/21/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To terminate the Department of Defense memorandum relating to access to abortions, to prohibit the use of travel and transportation allowances, medical convalescent leave, and administrative absences to travel to obtain abortions, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the "Modification to Department of Defense Travel Authorities for Abortion-Related Expenses Act of 2023," seeks to terminate a Department of Defense memorandum that allowed for the use of funds and resources for abortions, except in cases where the life of the mother is endangered or the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest. The bill prohibits the use of travel and transportation allowances, medical convalescent leave, and administrative absences for members of the armed forces or their dependents to obtain abortions, with the same exceptions. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Defense to provide a briefing or report to Congress on the implementation of policies related to abortion coverage and access.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (37)

Last Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 146. (on 07/25/2023)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Gender, Identity and Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Defense
  • ‐ Personnel Issues

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