S 3259
Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act, aims to limit how U.S. federal funds are used internationally and domestically regarding abortion services. It prohibits the use of these funds to organizations that perform, promote, or support abortions, including providing related items or financial assistance. The bill extends this restriction to both foreign and domestic non-profit organizations, with exceptions made for abortions resulting from rape or incest, or when the mother’s life is at risk. Essentially, it seeks to prevent U.S. taxpayer money from funding abortion-related activities.
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Ben Sasse
James M. Inhofe
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