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Protecting Doctors Who Provide Legal Reproductive Health Care Services.

This bill aims to protect doctors, nurses, and other healthcare staff who provide legal reproductive health services, including abortion, contraception, and IVF. It prohibits states and other entities from restricting or penalizing these providers, especially when they assist patients who do not reside in the state where services are provided. The act also allocates funds for legal assistance and enhanced security for medical facilities, and ensures fair access to professional liability insurance.
Key points
Provider Protection: Prohibits states from restricting or penalizing healthcare providers for offering reproductive services (abortion, contraception, IVF) that are lawful in that state.
Interstate Travel: Ensures providers can assist patients who do not reside in the state where services are provided without facing legal disadvantage.
Support and Security: Allocates $40 million for legal assistance grants and $40 million for security upgrades for medical facilities and patient data protection.
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Print number: 118_S_1297
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1297.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provider Protection: Prohibits states from restricting or penalizing healthcare providers for offering reproductive services (abortion, contraception, IVF) that are lawful in that state.
  • Interstate Travel: Ensures providers can assist patients who do not reside in the state where services are provided without facing legal disadvantage.
  • Support and Security: Allocates $40 million for legal assistance grants and $40 million for security upgrades for medical facilities and patient data protection.
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 Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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