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New Ombuds for Reproductive and Sexual Health in Health Department

This act establishes a new Ombuds for Reproductive and Sexual Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Ombuds will educate citizens, collect data on access to health services, and provide information on available benefits to help individuals make informed health decisions.
Key points
A new Ombuds office will be created to provide reliable information on reproductive and sexual health, including abortion and care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
The Ombuds will analyze the availability of health services and report on insurance coverage gaps, potentially helping citizens find appropriate care.
The office will combat misinformation regarding reproductive and sexual health, ensuring access to verified data.
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Print number: 118_HR_445
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HHS Reproductive and Sexual Health Ombuds Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_445.

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 2023-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new Ombuds office will be created to provide reliable information on reproductive and sexual health, including abortion and care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • The Ombuds will analyze the availability of health services and report on insurance coverage gaps, potentially helping citizens find appropriate care.
  • The office will combat misinformation regarding reproductive and sexual health, ensuring access to verified data.
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. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5].

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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