Prohibits discrimination by abortion against an unborn child on the basis of Down syndrome.
The bill amends title 18, United States Code, to prohibit discrimination by abortion against an unborn child on the basis of Down syndrome. It defines "Down syndrome" and "unborn child," and makes it unlawful to perform an abortion based on a diagnosis or suspicion of Down syndrome without first informing the pregnant woman. The bill also outlines civil and criminal penalties for violations, and mandates expedited court consideration for cases brought under this section.
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