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Support program for pregnancy planning and reproductive health

This act establishes a program to help healthcare and social service providers better support individuals in planning pregnancies and managing their reproductive health. The goal is to prevent unintended pregnancies and improve the likelihood of healthy pregnancies by tailoring medical care to patients' needs. The program will also assess its impact on diverse populations.
Key points
Establishes a grant program for healthcare and social service providers to offer pregnancy intention screening and reproductive health counseling.
Supports initiatives aimed at preventing unintended pregnancies and promoting healthy pregnancies.
Excludes anti-abortion organizations that misrepresent themselves as comprehensive reproductive healthcare providers from participating.
Ensures evaluation of the program's effectiveness and its impact on diverse patient populations, including medically underserved communities.
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Print number: 117_HR_8834
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2022-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

EQUIP Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8834.

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 2022-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a grant program for healthcare and social service providers to offer pregnancy intention screening and reproductive health counseling.
  • Supports initiatives aimed at preventing unintended pregnancies and promoting healthy pregnancies.
  • Excludes anti-abortion organizations that misrepresent themselves as comprehensive reproductive healthcare providers from participating.
  • Ensures evaluation of the program's effectiveness and its impact on diverse patient populations, including medically underserved communities.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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