S.1244

Enhancing access to abortion care

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Enhances access to abortion care by eliminating waiting periods and requiring hospitals to provide emergency health services.

The bill enhances access to abortion care by eliminating waiting periods for health-related information, health services, or medical care. It mandates that hospitals with emergency care departments provide emergency health services, including abortion when necessary to resolve the patient's condition. The bill also requires written informed consent for abortions, except in emergencies or when the patient is incapacitated. It expands the definition of "provider" to include licensed health care professionals who can perform abortions or provide related care.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Jul 1

Senate

Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting a new draft, see S3125

Jul 1

Senate

Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

May 14

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing