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Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services and Provider Support.

This act aims to ensure that doctors can provide reproductive healthcare services that are legal in their state without hindrance. It protects patients and medical staff from actions that could limit access to these services. Additionally, it provides funds for legal assistance and enhanced security for medical facilities.
Key points
Ensures the right of doctors to provide lawful reproductive healthcare services, including abortion, contraception, and in vitro fertilization.
Prohibits states and other entities from restricting access to these services, even if the patient is from another state.
Allows individuals and entities harmed by violations of the act to seek legal action in court.
Allocates $40 million for legal assistance to healthcare providers offering reproductive services.
Provides $40 million for enhanced security for healthcare facilities and patient data protection.
Prohibits insurers from denying professional liability coverage to providers offering these services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8650
Sponsor: Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8]
Process start date: 2022-08-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8650.

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 2022-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensures the right of doctors to provide lawful reproductive healthcare services, including abortion, contraception, and in vitro fertilization.
  • Prohibits states and other entities from restricting access to these services, even if the patient is from another state.
  • Allows individuals and entities harmed by violations of the act to seek legal action in court.
  • Allocates $40 million for legal assistance to healthcare providers offering reproductive services.
  • Provides $40 million for enhanced security for healthcare facilities and patient data protection.
  • Prohibits insurers from denying professional liability coverage to providers offering these services.
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. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

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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