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Pharmacist Conscience Protection: Right to Refuse Abortion Drugs

This act aims to protect pharmacists and other healthcare providers who, due to moral, religious, conscience, or medical reasons, refuse to dispense abortion-inducing drugs. It prohibits discrimination by the federal government and entities receiving federal funds against such individuals. Citizens might encounter situations where a pharmacy refuses to dispense a specific medication, but the act also provides a way to seek relief if these rights are violated.
Key points
Pharmacists and other healthcare providers can refuse to dispense abortion-inducing drugs based on conscience, religious, or moral objections.
The federal government and federally funded entities cannot discriminate against these providers for such refusal.
Individuals harmed by discrimination can seek legal action, including damages.
The act does not require any healthcare provider to prescribe, fill, refer, or stock any drugs or devices.
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Print number: 118_HR_279
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2023-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pharmacist Conscience Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_279.

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 2023-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pharmacists and other healthcare providers can refuse to dispense abortion-inducing drugs based on conscience, religious, or moral objections.
  • The federal government and federally funded entities cannot discriminate against these providers for such refusal.
  • Individuals harmed by discrimination can seek legal action, including damages.
  • The act does not require any healthcare provider to prescribe, fill, refer, or stock any drugs or devices.
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. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-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 2025-12-25.

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