Federal Ban on Abortion After Fertilization and Restriction of Health Coverage.
This bill establishes a federal ban on physicians performing abortions in the U.S. starting from the moment of fertilization, with narrow exceptions only for saving the pregnant woman's life. Citizens would lose coverage for abortion services under most federal programs and private health insurance plans, while physicians violating the ban would face felony charges. The law explicitly protects women from criminal liability.
Key points
New Federal Crime: Physicians performing abortions after fertilization (except to save the mother's life, remove ectopic pregnancy, or miscarriage) face Class D felony charges.
Insurance Coverage Restriction: Group and individual health plans, including those under the ACA, are prohibited from covering abortion services (except for life-saving procedures).
Federal Funding Cut: Federal programs like Medicaid, CHIP, and TRICARE are barred from funding or offering abortion services.
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