Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
- Last Action
- 3/22/2019
Actions
- 2019-02-25Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
- 2019-01-25Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- 2019-01-17Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2019-01-17Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2019-01-17Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2019-01-17Introduced in House
- 2019-01-17Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2019-01-17 (00)
No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2019
This bill modifies provisions relating to federal funding for, and health insurance coverage of, abortions.
Specifically, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions or for health coverage that includes abortions. Such restrictions extend to the use of funds in the budget of the District of Columbia. Additionally, abortions may not be provided in a federal health care facility or by a federal employee.
Historically, language has been included in annual appropriations bills for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions—such language is commonly referred to as the Hyde Amendment. Similar language is also frequently included in appropriations bills for other federal agencies and the District of Columbia. The bill makes these restrictions permanent and extends the restrictions to all federal funds (rather than specific agencies).
The bill's restrictions regarding the use of federal funds do not apply in cases of rape, incest, or where a physical disorder, injury, or illness endangers a woman's life unless an abortion is performed. The Hyde Amendment provides the same exceptions.
The bill also prohibits qualified health plans from including coverage for abortions. Currently, qualified health plans may cover abortion, but the portion of the premium attributable to abortion coverage is not eligible for subsidies.
Cosponsors (20)
- Daniel Lipinski (D-IL)
- Andy Harris (R-MD)
- Ken Buck (R-CO)
- Bill Flores (R-TX)
- Bob Gibbs (R-OH)
- Brett Guthrie (R-KY)
- Doug Lamborn (R-CO)
- Kenny Marchant (R-TX)
- Mark Meadows (R-NC)
- Pete Olson (R-TX)
- Bill Posey (R-FL)
- Jason Smith (R-MO)
- Chris Stewart (R-UT)
- STEVE CHABOT (R-OH)
- Brad Wenstrup (R-OH)
- Duncan Hunter (R-CA)
- David Rouzer (R-NC)
- K. Conaway (R-TX)
- Rick Allen (R-GA)
- Steve Scalise (R-LA)
Subjects
- Abortion
- Appropriations
- Assault and harassment offenses
- Comprehensive health care
- Consumer affairs
- Crimes against women
- Employee benefits and pensions
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Health care costs and insurance
- Health care coverage and access
- Health facilities and institutions
- Health programs administration and funding
- Income tax credits
- Sex offenses
- Small business
Sourced from Congress.gov (public domain).
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.