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Federal Funding Moratorium for Planned Parenthood; Funds Redirected to Health Centers

This bill proposes a one-year halt to federal funding for Planned Parenthood, unless the organization certifies it will not perform abortions. These funds are intended to be redirected to other healthcare providers, such as community health centers, which offer a wide range of medical services to women, regardless of their ability to pay. The aim is to ensure continued access to women's healthcare, excluding abortion funding, except in specific circumstances.
Key points
Funding Halt: Planned Parenthood and its affiliates will not receive federal funds for one year, unless they certify they will not perform abortions.
Abortion Exceptions: Funding for abortions is permitted only in cases of rape, incest, or when the woman's life is in danger.
Fund Redirection: $235 million will be allocated to community health center programs to ensure continued access to women's healthcare.
Service Availability: Other medical facilities, such as hospitals and clinics, will continue to provide women's health services, including screenings and family planning.
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Additional Information
Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2021
Print number: HR 541
Sponsor: Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4]
Process start date: 2021-01-28