HR 2251 · 119th CongressIn Committeecongress.gov ↗

Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act

What this bill does

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This bill would make it a federal crime to perform an abortion on an unborn child who has Down syndrome. A person who violates this law could face a fine, up to five years in prison, or both. The bill also allows for civil lawsuits seeking money damages or court orders to stop such actions. Women who receive these abortions cannot be prosecuted or sued under this law.

Introduced

March 21, 2025

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

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