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Woman's Right To Know Act: New Abortion Information Rules

This bill introduces new information requirements for women considering abortion. Before the procedure, women would receive detailed information on medical risks and fetal development, and sign a specific form. The aim is to ensure full awareness before consent.
Key points
Mandatory provision of information to women about abortion medical risks and fetal development 24 hours before the procedure.
Requirement for the woman, provider, and a witness to sign an informed consent form.
Financial penalties for medical providers failing to comply, including the possibility of civil action by the woman.
Exceptions to these rules in cases of life-threatening situations or severe physical impairment for the pregnant woman.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7044
Sponsor: Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9]
Process start date: 2024-01-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Woman’s Right To Know Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7044.

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 2024-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory provision of information to women about abortion medical risks and fetal development 24 hours before the procedure.
  • Requirement for the woman, provider, and a witness to sign an informed consent form.
  • Financial penalties for medical providers failing to comply, including the possibility of civil action by the woman.
  • Exceptions to these rules in cases of life-threatening situations or severe physical impairment for the pregnant woman.
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. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9].

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.

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