Bill > HR5319

This bill, also known as the "Ban Offshore Abortion Tourism Act" or the "BOAT Act", prohibits abortions in the admiralty and maritime jurisdiction of the United States, with some exceptions. The bill amends Chapter 74 of Title 18 of the United States Code to make it a federal crime, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine, to perform an abortion in these jurisdictions, except in cases where the abortion is necessary to save the life of the pregnant woman, or in cases of rape or incest against a minor. The bill also provides for civil remedies, including monetary damages and attorney's fees, for women upon whom such abortions are performed, as well as their parents in certain cases.