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- H.R.4828
H.R.4828: Conscience Protection Act of 2016
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 22, 2016
- Latest Major Action March 25, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
104 (1 Democrat, 103 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Conscience Protection Act of 2016 This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to codify the prohibition against the federal government and state and local governments that receive federal financial assistance for health-related activities penalizing or discriminating against a health care provider based on the provider's refusal to be involved in, or provide coverage for, abortion. Health care providers include health care professionals,...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 25, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 22, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| March 22, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by John Fleming (R-La.) |