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No Federal Funding for Abortion via Medicaid and CHIP

This bill aims to restrict the use of federal funds, including those from Medicaid and CHIP programs, for abortion services. This means citizens relying on these programs will generally not have abortion costs covered, except in very specific circumstances like rape, incest, or when the mother's life is at risk. This change could impact the accessibility and cost of medical services for some individuals.
Key points
The bill prohibits the use of federal Medicaid and CHIP funds for abortion services, including travel and lodging expenses.
Exceptions to the prohibition include abortions in cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is endangered.
These changes may affect access to abortion services for individuals relying on federal health support.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act
Print number: HR 719
Sponsor: Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-24