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Protecting Reproductive Health Facilities: New Penalties for Damage and Obstruction

This bill allows individuals to sue those who intentionally damage reproductive health facilities or obstruct access to them. It aims to ensure the safety of patients and staff, and protect these locations from vandalism and aggression. Affected individuals can seek damages and court orders.
Key points
New law allows suing individuals who damage or attempt to damage property of reproductive health facilities.
Individuals can be sued for harassing, injuring, intimidating, or interfering with access to reproductive health services by force, threat, or physical obstruction.
Courts can issue injunctions to prevent further violations and award statutory damages of at least $10,000 per violation, plus costs and attorney's fees.
Ignorance of the law, belief in unconstitutionality, or reliance on overturned court decisions will not be valid defenses.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8867
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Process start date: 2022-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAFE for Patients Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8867.

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:

  • New law allows suing individuals who damage or attempt to damage property of reproductive health facilities.
  • Individuals can be sued for harassing, injuring, intimidating, or interfering with access to reproductive health services by force, threat, or physical obstruction.
  • Courts can issue injunctions to prevent further violations and award statutory damages of at least $10,000 per violation, plus costs and attorney's fees.
  • Ignorance of the law, belief in unconstitutionality, or reliance on overturned court decisions will not be valid defenses.
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. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14].

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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