Prohibits abortion if a fetal heartbeat is detectable, with exceptions for life-threatening conditions and certain cases of rape.
The Heartbeat Protection Act of 2025 amends title 18, United States Code, to prohibit abortion if a fetal heartbeat is detectable. Exceptions include cases where the abortion is necessary to save the life of the pregnant woman or if the pregnancy resulted from rape, with specific documentation requirements. The act does not create or recognize a right to abortion and does not pre-empt laws providing greater protections for unborn children.
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