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Ban on Taxpayer Funding for Abortions in Federal Health Centers

This bill prohibits federally funded health centers from using public money to provide abortion services. The change means that these facilities, which often serve low-income communities, will be restricted from performing abortions, except when necessary to save the mother's life. This legislation directly impacts the availability of reproductive health services at taxpayer-supported clinics.
Key points
Health centers receiving federal funds are prohibited from offering abortion services.
The only exception allowed is when the procedure is necessary to save the life of the mother.
Restricts access to abortion services at public health care facilities.
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Print number: 118_S_750
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-03-09