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US HR6636

US HR6636
Woman’s Right To Know Act


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Introduced
12/06/2023
In Committee
12/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th 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 procedure and the major developmental characteristics of the unborn child.

AI Summary

This bill, called the "Woman's Right To Know Act," aims to ensure that women seeking an abortion are notified of the medical risks associated with the procedure and the developmental characteristics of the unborn child before giving informed consent. The key provisions include requiring abortion providers to perform an ultrasound, share the results with the woman, and obtain a signed informed consent form that outlines the probable gestational age, medical risks, and major developmental characteristics of the unborn child. The bill also establishes civil penalties for abortion providers who fail to comply with these requirements and allows women or their parents to file civil lawsuits against providers who violate the law. The bill also includes exceptions for cases where complying with the requirements would pose a greater risk to the woman's life or health.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6825) (on 12/12/2023)

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