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HR 49

No Pro-Abortion Task Force Act

119th Congress Introduced by Andy Biggs and 1 co-sponsor

Bill prohibits federal task forces or funding dedicated to promoting abortion access, restricting government abortion-related advocacy initiatives.

Introduced in House
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Bill Summary · HR 49

Legislative bill overview

HR 49 prohibits the federal government from establishing, funding, or operating any task force, commission, or similar entity dedicated to promoting abortion access or abortion-related policies. The bill would also prevent federal agencies from using appropriated funds to support such abortion-promotion initiatives.

Why is this important

This legislation directly addresses the ongoing federal policy debate over abortion by attempting to restrict government resources and institutional focus on abortion advocacy. It reflects the post-Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization political environment where abortion policy authority shifted to states, and represents one faction's effort to limit federal institutional support for abortion access.

Potential points of contention

  • Definitional ambiguity: The bill's language around what constitutes "promoting abortion" could be interpreted broadly to potentially restrict legitimate federal health research, family planning services, or reproductive health information that isn't explicitly advocacy
  • Existing programs: It's unclear how this would affect established federal programs like Title X family planning clinics that provide abortion referral information as part of comprehensive reproductive healthcare
  • Constitutional questions: Critics may argue the bill could conflict with First Amendment protections and federal agencies' statutory obligations to provide health information and services

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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