H.R. 719 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act
H.R. 719 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jan 24, 2025, sponsored by Josh Brecheen with 20 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 24, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 20
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act This bill prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from approving experimental, pilot, or demonstration projects under Medicaid (also known as Section 1115 Demonstrations) if the project provides federal financial assistance for abortions or for health benefits that include abortions, including expenses for related travel or lodging.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Josh Brecheen (R-OK). Co-sponsors: 20 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 24, 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 24, 2025)
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