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Prohibiting Federal Funds for Abortion Sanctuary States.

This bill aims to stop federal health funds from going to states that actively support abortion access or hinder the enforcement of abortion laws from other states. This could impact the availability of health services and support in certain states if they are deemed "abortion sanctuary states."
Key points
States that fund abortion travel or lack fetal protection laws may lose federal health funds.
The bill defines an "abortion sanctuary state" as one that financially or logistically supports abortion travel, lacks fetal protection laws, or blocks enforcement of other states' abortion laws.
The Department of Health and Human Services will annually determine which states are ineligible for funds.
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Print number: 117_HR_8501
Sponsor: Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5]
Process start date: 2022-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Abortion Sanctuaries Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8501.

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 2022-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States that fund abortion travel or lack fetal protection laws may lose federal health funds.
  • The bill defines an "abortion sanctuary state" as one that financially or logistically supports abortion travel, lacks fetal protection laws, or blocks enforcement of other states' abortion laws.
  • The Department of Health and Human Services will annually determine which states are ineligible for funds.
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. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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