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Including Abortion Data in CDC Death Statistics.

This bill aims to require the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to include abortion data in the overall death statistics for the United States. This means that official death figures in the country would also account for abortions, potentially influencing how health statistics are presented and interpreted.
Key points
The CDC would be required to include abortions in death statistics if the bill passes.
This change would affect how mortality data is collected and presented in the U.S.
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Print number: 117_HR_7715
Sponsor: Rep. Cawthorn, Madison [R-NC-11]
Process start date: 2022-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SOULS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7715.

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 2022-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The CDC would be required to include abortions in death statistics if the bill passes.
  • This change would affect how mortality data is collected and presented in the U.S.
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. Cawthorn, Madison [R-NC-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

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

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