HR 589
FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to remove existing federal laws that criminalize actions intended to harass, intimidate, or interfere with individuals seeking reproductive healthcare services or exercising their religious freedom. Specifically, it aims to repeal Section 248 of Title 18 of the United States Code, which currently prohibits such conduct. The bill’s goal is to restore protections for individuals accessing reproductive healthcare and engaging in religious practices.
Key provisions
- Repeals Section 248 of Title 18, United States Code.
- Addresses restrictions on accessing reproductive health services.
- Addresses restrictions on exercising religious freedom at places of worship.
- Applies the repeal to ongoing and future prosecutions.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking reproductive health services
- Individuals exercising religious freedom
- Healthcare providers
- Prosecutors
- The Department of Justice
Notable changes
- Removes federal criminal penalties for actions targeting individuals accessing reproductive healthcare.
- Clarifies protections for religious freedom activities.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 589
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend title 18, United States Code, to repeal prohibitions relating to freedom of access to clinic entrances, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025
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