Protecting Access to Abortion Services and Reproductive Rights
This Act aims to ensure individuals' right to decide whether to continue or end a pregnancy and to protect healthcare providers. It seeks to facilitate access to abortion services by eliminating unwarranted restrictions and promoting women's equal participation in economic and social life. The Act also protects the right to travel for healthcare.
Key points
Ensures the right to abortion prior to fetal viability without many limitations.
Permits abortion after fetal viability if necessary to protect the patient's life or health.
Prohibits states from imposing regulations that hinder access to abortion services, such as excessive facility requirements or unnecessary visits.
Protects the right to travel to another state to obtain reproductive health services, including abortion.
The Act supersedes conflicting state and federal laws, with certain exceptions.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2150
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2025-06-24