H.R. 272 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Protecting Life and Taxpayers Act of 2025
H.R. 272 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jan 9, 2025, sponsored by Michelle Fischbach with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 9, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Protecting Life and Taxpayers Act of 2025 This bill requires entities receiving federal funds to certify that they will not, subject to certain exceptions, perform abortions or provide funding to other entities that perform abortions. The bill provides exceptions for abortions performed in cases of rape or incest or when necessary to resolve a physical condition that endangers a woman's life.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Michelle Fischbach (R-MN). Co-sponsors: 45 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 9, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jan 9, 2025)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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