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Freedom of Choice Act

Introduced: April 6, 2006 See on congress.gov
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Apr 6, 2006
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3242-3243)
Apr 6, 2006
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3242)
Apr 6, 2006
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Freedom of Choice Act - Declares that it is the policy of the United States that every woman has the fundamental right to choose to: (1) bear a child; (2) terminate a pregnancy prior to fetal viability; or (3) terminate a pregnancy after fetal viability when necessary to protect her life or her health.

Prohibits a governmental entity from: (1) denying or interfering with a woman's right to exercise such choices; or (2) discriminating against the exercise of those rights in the regulation or provision of benefits, facilities, services, or information. Provides that such prohibition shall apply retroactively.

Authorizes an individual aggrieved by a violation of this Act to obtain appropriate relief, including relief against a governmental entity, in a civil action.

What's happening now April 6, 2006

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3242-3243)

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
 Cosponsors 3
All 3 Democratic 3