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Act to Stop Misleading Ads About Abortion Services

This act aims to protect citizens from misleading advertising regarding abortion services. It directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to create rules prohibiting such ads and allows the FTC to penalize organizations using them, ensuring access to accurate healthcare information.
Key points
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will create rules prohibiting misleading advertising of abortion services.
The FTC will be able to penalize organizations using such ads, including non-profits, with fines or other legal actions.
The goal is to ensure citizens have access to accurate and honest information when seeking pregnancy-related healthcare.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4469
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-06-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4469.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will create rules prohibiting misleading advertising of abortion services.
  • The FTC will be able to penalize organizations using such ads, including non-profits, with fines or other legal actions.
  • The goal is to ensure citizens have access to accurate and honest information when seeking pregnancy-related healthcare.
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 Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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