Bill Detail
H.R. 2251
Congress: 119
Title
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
Summary
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act This bill creates new federal crimes related to the performance of an abortion on an unborn child who has Down syndrome. It subjects a violator to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both. It also authorizes civil remedies, including damages and injunctive relief. A woman who undergoes such an abortion may not be prosecuted or held civilly liable.
Sponsor
Rep. Ron Estes [R-KS-4]
Status
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Status as of Jun 19, 9:10 AM · synced 10d ago
Introduced
2025-03-21
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Bill Engagement
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act This bill creates new federal crimes related to the performance of an abortion on an unborn child who has Down syndrome.