Summary of S 2955: Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act

Purpose and Intent

The Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act is a bill introduced in the United States Senate on September 30, 2025. The main purpose of the legislation is to establish new federal protections and accountability measures to prevent forced or coerced abortions.

Key Provisions

The bill would:

1. Prohibit Forced Abortions: Make it a federal crime to force, coerce, or unduly influence a person to have an abortion against their will.

2. Require Consent Verification: Mandate that healthcare providers verify a patient's full informed consent before performing an abortion, with enhanced requirements for minors.

3. Establish Whistleblower Protections: Create legal protections for healthcare workers, family members, or others who report suspected forced abortion cases.

4. Authorize Civil Lawsuits: Allow individuals subjected to forced abortions to file civil lawsuits against the perpetrators.

5. Impose Penalties: Establish fines of up to $250,000 and prison terms of up to 5 years for violations of the Act's provisions.

Affected Parties

The Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act would impact:

• Pregnant individuals seeking abortion services
• Healthcare providers performing abortions
• Family members, partners, or others who may attempt to force or coerce abortions
• Whistleblowers reporting suspected forced abortion cases

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

The bill was introduced in the Senate and has been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee for consideration. If enacted, the provisions of the Act would take effect 180 days after the date of enactment.