S. 205In Committee
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Create new federal crimes for performing abortions sought because an unborn child has Down syndrome, while exempting the pregnant woman from criminal and civil liability
Key points
- Establish abortion related crimes
- Authorize civil remedies
- Prohibit liability for pregnant woman
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-23 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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