S 205 · 119th CongressIn Committeecongress.gov ↗

Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act

What this bill does

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This bill makes it a federal crime for someone to perform an abortion on an unborn child because the child has Down syndrome. A person who breaks this law could face a fine, up to five years in prison, or both. The bill also allows for civil lawsuits, including money damages and court orders. However, the woman who has the abortion cannot be charged with a crime or sued under this law.

Introduced

January 23, 2025

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

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