H.R.48119th CongressHouse bill
IntroducedHealth
Ultrasound Informed Consent Act
Bill progressCurrent: Introduced
- Introduced
- Committee
- House
- Senate
- President
- Law
- Introduced
- January 3, 2025
- Sponsor
- · R–AZ
- Recorded roll calls
- None recorded
Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House
Ultrasound Informed Consent Act
This bill requires abortion providers to conduct an ultrasound before performing an abortion.
Specifically, before a woman gives informed consent to any part of an abortion, the abortion provider must
Providers are subject to civil actions and penalties for violations.
The bill's ultrasound requirements do not apply in cases where a physical disorder, illness, or injury endangers a woman's life. A woman is also not required to view the ultrasound images; nor may she or the provider be penalized if she declines to do so.
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