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Protecting the Right to Travel for Healthcare, Including Reproductive Care

This act aims to protect citizens' right to travel freely between states to obtain legal healthcare, including reproductive services. It prohibits states and individuals from restricting, penalizing, or discriminating against those traveling for this purpose, as well as those who assist them. It provides a means to seek legal recourse in court if these provisions are violated.
Key points
Ensures the right to travel to another state for legal healthcare, including reproductive services.
Prohibits states and individuals from penalizing or discriminating against those traveling for healthcare or assisting such travel.
Allows for legal action in court if these rights are violated, including damages and legal fee recovery.
Prevents states from enacting laws inconsistent with this act, ensuring its supremacy.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4504
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2022-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Freedom to Travel for Health Care Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4504.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensures the right to travel to another state for legal healthcare, including reproductive services.
  • Prohibits states and individuals from penalizing or discriminating against those traveling for healthcare or assisting such travel.
  • Allows for legal action in court if these rights are violated, including damages and legal fee recovery.
  • Prevents states from enacting laws inconsistent with this act, ensuring its supremacy.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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