OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Protecting Life from Chemical Abortions Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_384.
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 2023-01-17.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Prohibits declaring public health emergencies concerning abortion, which could alter responses to abortion-related issues.
- Reinstates the requirement for abortion drugs to be dispensed only in clinics, medical offices, or hospitals by or under the supervision of a certified healthcare provider, ending mail-order options.
- Introduces new mandatory data collection variables for states regarding abortions (e.g., maternal age, method, marital status, previous pregnancies), increasing the scope of monitoring and reporting.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Hern, Kevin [R-OK-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.
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.