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- H.R.671
H.R.671: Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 17, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 4, 2019
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
45 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 17, 2019
Bill Summary
Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2019 This bill establishes a new criminal offense for recklessly disposing of or abandoning fetal remains in a landfill or in any navigable waters of the United States. The term "fetal remains" means any part (except a cremated part) of a deceased human fetus following an abortion. A violator is subject to a fine, up to three years in prison, or both.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 4, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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Jan. 17, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jan. 17, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Robert E. Latta (R-Ohio) |