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Introduced
12/06/2023
12/06/2023
In Committee
12/08/2023
12/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
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)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6636/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr6636/BILLS-118hr6636ih.pdf |
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