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Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 26
Bill 118 hr 26, also known as the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that babies who survive abortion procedures receive appropriate medical care and protection.
The bill requires healthcare providers to provide the same level of care to a baby who survives an abortion as they would to any other newborn. This includes providing medical treatment and transportation to a hospital if necessary. Failure to provide this care could result in criminal penalties for the healthcare provider.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights and well-being of babies who are born alive after attempted abortions. They believe that all babies, regardless of the circumstances of their birth, deserve to receive proper medical care and protection. Opponents of the bill argue that it is unnecessary and could interfere with a woman's right to choose to have an abortion. They believe that the bill is politically motivated and could be used to restrict access to abortion services. Overall, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the rights of babies who survive abortion procedures and the responsibilities of healthcare providers in these situations.
The bill requires healthcare providers to provide the same level of care to a baby who survives an abortion as they would to any other newborn. This includes providing medical treatment and transportation to a hospital if necessary. Failure to provide this care could result in criminal penalties for the healthcare provider.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights and well-being of babies who are born alive after attempted abortions. They believe that all babies, regardless of the circumstances of their birth, deserve to receive proper medical care and protection. Opponents of the bill argue that it is unnecessary and could interfere with a woman's right to choose to have an abortion. They believe that the bill is politically motivated and could be used to restrict access to abortion services. Overall, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the rights of babies who survive abortion procedures and the responsibilities of healthcare providers in these situations.
Current Status of Bill HR 26
Bill HR 26 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 26 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 26's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 2. as of January 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 26
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 26
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 26
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