hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Mandates specific risk information for women seeking chemical abortions.
Introduced by Mr. Stutzman and Mrs. Harshbarger.
Introduced in the House, no committee action yet.
This bill would require healthcare providers who perform chemical abortions and receive federal funds to provide detailed, specific risk information to women 24 hours before the procedure. This includes highlighting and reading aloud FDA warnings from drug labels and getting written confirmation. It was introduced by Representatives Stutzman and Harshbarger in the House and awaits review by the Energy and Commerce Committee.
Introduced Jan 23, 2026
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce for review. Before it can move forward, it needs to be considered and approved by this committee. If it passes the committee, it would then be eligible for a vote by the full House.
If this bill becomes law, women considering a chemical abortion would be legally required to receive detailed warnings about the drugs, including a full reading of highlighted FDA risks, 24 hours beforehand. Healthcare providers who receive federal money and offer chemical abortions would need to follow these new informed consent procedures and could lose federal funding if they don't. Additionally, women or their parents would gain the right to sue providers for financial, emotional, or punitive damages if these informed consent rules are violated.
Supporters Say
Supporters would likely argue this bill protects women by ensuring they are fully aware of potential risks before a chemical abortion.
Critics Say
Critics may argue the bill creates unnecessary barriers to care and could be seen as an attempt to restrict abortion access.
Those in favor would emphasize patient safety and informed decision-making, highlighting the importance of understanding all aspects of a medical procedure. Opponents might contend that existing medical practices already ensure informed consent and that this bill's specific requirements, like the 24-hour waiting period and detailed reading of labels, are medically unnecessary or politically motivated to discourage abortions.