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Unborn Protection: Abortion Ban Based on Prenatal Test Results

This bill prohibits abortions if the decision is based, in whole or in part, on results from unapproved prenatal tests. It aims to prevent discrimination against unborn children. The bill imposes penalties for those performing such abortions and allows relatives to seek damages.
Key points
Prohibits abortions based on results from unapproved prenatal tests.
Requires informing women about this prohibition before an abortion.
Imposes prison sentences and fines for violations, and allows civil lawsuits.
Protects the privacy of women in court proceedings, ensuring anonymity.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7719
Sponsor: Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7]
Process start date: 2022-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Unborn Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7719.

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:

  • Prohibits abortions based on results from unapproved prenatal tests.
  • Requires informing women about this prohibition before an abortion.
  • Imposes prison sentences and fines for violations, and allows civil lawsuits.
  • Protects the privacy of women in court proceedings, ensuring anonymity.
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. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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