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Protection for Infants Born Alive After Abortion Attempts

This act mandates healthcare practitioners to provide life-saving care to infants born alive after an abortion attempt, ensuring they receive the same medical attention as any other newborn. It establishes penalties for non-compliance and allows mothers to seek civil remedies for violations. The goal is to ensure full legal and medical protection for every child born alive.
Key points
Healthcare practitioners must provide full medical care to infants born alive after an abortion attempt, just like any other newborn.
Violations can lead to up to 5 years in prison or fines, and intentionally killing a born-alive infant is treated as homicide.
Mothers who underwent an abortion will not be prosecuted under this act but can seek civil damages for violations.
Mandatory reporting of violations to law enforcement agencies is introduced.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-01-23
51%
For 217
Against 204
Abstain 1
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Passed House
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_21
Sponsor: Rep. Wagner, Ann [R-MO-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
Voting date: 2025-01-23
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_21.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Healthcare practitioners must provide full medical care to infants born alive after an abortion attempt, just like any other newborn.
  • Violations can lead to up to 5 years in prison or fines, and intentionally killing a born-alive infant is treated as homicide.
  • Mothers who underwent an abortion will not be prosecuted under this act but can seek civil damages for violations.
  • Mandatory reporting of violations to law enforcement agencies is introduced.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wagner, Ann [R-MO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 204, 1 Present (Roll no. 27). (text: CR H335-336)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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