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Tax on Abortion Bounty Lawsuit Damages and Defendant Grants.

This bill imposes a 100% tax on damages received from civil lawsuits related to abortion, as allowed by certain state laws. It also provides grants to individuals who incur costs in such cases, including damages and attorney's fees. The aim is to discourage lawsuits against those assisting with abortion access.
Key points
Imposes a 100% tax on statutory damages received from lawsuits filed under state 'bounty' statutes related to abortion, aiming to deter such actions.
Establishes a grant program to reimburse individuals for statutory damages and reasonable attorney's fees paid in civil suits filed under these 'bounty' statutes, protecting them financially.
The changes apply to amounts received after the bill's enactment, ensuring immediate impact on future cases.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6300
Sponsor: Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7]
Process start date: 2021-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stopping Abortion Bounties Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6300.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposes a 100% tax on statutory damages received from lawsuits filed under state 'bounty' statutes related to abortion, aiming to deter such actions.
  • Establishes a grant program to reimburse individuals for statutory damages and reasonable attorney's fees paid in civil suits filed under these 'bounty' statutes, protecting them financially.
  • The changes apply to amounts received after the bill's enactment, ensuring immediate impact on future cases.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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