H.R. 78: Pregnant Women Health and Safety Act of 2025
This bill, titled the Pregnant Women Health and Safety Act of 2025, aims to amend federal law regarding the performance of abortions. It includes specific requirements for physicians and abortion clinics, focusing on health and safety protocols. Below are the key points outlined in the bill:
Physician Requirements
Under the proposed legislation, physicians who perform abortions must comply with several conditions:
- Admitting Privileges: Physicians must have admitting privileges at a hospital located within 15 miles of their medical office where the abortion is performed.
- Patient Notification: Physicians are required to inform the patient about the hospital where follow-up care can be obtained in case of complications from the abortion.
- Legal Compliance: It would be considered unlawful for a physician to perform an abortion without complying with the specified requirements, subjecting them to possible fines or imprisonment for violations.
Patient Protection
The bill specifies that women upon whom these procedures are performed cannot be prosecuted for violations related to the abortion performed, providing a layer of legal protection for patients.
Regulations for Abortion Clinics
To receive federal funding or assistance, abortion clinics must adhere to the following conditions:
- State Licensing: Clinics must be licensed by the state in which they operate.
- Compliance with Standards: Clinics must comply with the requirements for ambulatory surgery centers as specified under the Social Security Act, with some flexibility allowing states to waive certain structural requirements.
The term abortion clinic is defined in the bill as a facility, other than a hospital or ambulatory surgery center, that performs abortions during any 12-month period, regardless of the trimester.
Technical Amendments
The bill includes provisions for technical and conforming amendments to existing laws to incorporate these new changes. It seeks to reorganize parts of existing legislation relating to abortions to ensure clarity and compliance with the updates provided in this bill.
Penalties
Violations of the requirements set forth in the bill would result in significant penalties for the physicians involved, including fines and possible imprisonment for up to two years.
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jan. 03, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Jan. 03, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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. |
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