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Prohibition on Public Funding for Abortion Counseling and Referrals.

This bill aims to prohibit the use of federal public health funds for systems (like hotlines or websites) that provide counseling or referrals for abortion services. This means organizations receiving these funds would be unable to offer such services, potentially impacting citizens' access to information and support, except in cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is at risk.
Key points
Federal funds cannot be used for systems providing abortion counseling or referrals.
Exceptions apply for pregnancies resulting from rape, incest, or when the mother's life is in danger.
This change may limit access to abortion-related information and support for individuals using publicly funded services.
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Additional Information
To amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit funds under such title from being used for any system through which counseling or referrals are provided to individuals regarding abortion services.
Print number: HR 3741
Sponsor: Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]
Process start date: 2023-05-26
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Prohibition on Public Funding for Abortion Counseling and Referrals.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 3741.

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 2023-05-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funds cannot be used for systems providing abortion counseling or referrals.
  • Exceptions apply for pregnancies resulting from rape, incest, or when the mother's life is in danger.
  • This change may limit access to abortion-related information and support for individuals using publicly funded services.

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. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-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.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 3741

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