S. 205In Committee
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
Create federal crimes for performing abortions sought because an unborn child has Down syndrome, while shielding the pregnant woman from prosecution or civil liability
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Create federal crimes for performing abortions sought because an unborn child has Down syndrome, while shielding the pregnant woman from prosecution or 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.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAbortionBirth defectsCivil actions and liabilityCrime and Law EnforcementCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDisability and health-based discriminationHealth information and medical records