Strengthening Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Enforcement: New Duties and Reports
This act mandates the Attorney General to investigate alleged violations of the partial-birth abortion ban, including a specific case involving the discovery of five infant remains in Washington, D.C. It also requires healthcare practitioners to report violations and mandates regular reporting on enforcement actions, potentially impacting abortion access and procedures.
Key points
Mandates the Attorney General to investigate a specific case of five infant remains found in Washington, D.C., for potential partial-birth abortion ban violations.
Establishes a standing requirement for the Attorney General to investigate and take enforcement action for alleged violations of the partial-birth abortion ban.
Requires healthcare practitioners and medical staff to immediately report any known violations of the partial-birth abortion ban to law enforcement agencies.
Obligates the Attorney General to submit annual reports on enforcement efforts related to the partial-birth abortion ban, including the number of investigations and actions taken.
Directs an independent review of enforcement actions concerning the partial-birth abortion ban from 2004-2024 to assess the effectiveness of current regulations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10349
Sponsor: Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]
Process start date: 2024-12-10