Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB6460

Introduced
11/21/23  

Caption

No Taxpayer Abortions for Unaccompanied Minors Act

Impact

If enacted, HB6460 would significantly alter the landscape of reproductive health care access for unaccompanied minors within the U.S. It underscores the limit on federal support for abortion services, suggesting that taxpayers should not fund abortions for this specific group. Critics argue that this legislation places undue stress on unaccompanied minors, many of whom may be facing complex situations and require comprehensive healthcare services. The bill's supporters believe it aligns with their views on taxpayer responsibility and the moral implications of funding abortions.

Summary

House Bill 6460, known as the No Taxpayer Abortions for Unaccompanied Minors Act, aims to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from issuing any rules or guidance that would facilitate access to abortions for unaccompanied alien children. This legislation specifically targets the circumstances under which minors, who immigrate without guardians, may seek reproductive health services, effectively barring federal funding or support for such procedures. The bill highlights ongoing debates regarding immigration and reproductive rights, particularly in relation to vulnerable populations such as minors.

Contention

The passage of HB6460 is likely to generate substantial controversy. Supporters assert that it ensures that federal funds should not facilitate abortions for minors who are unaccompanied, indicating a need for ethical considerations regarding taxpayer money in healthcare decisions. Opponents, however, view this bill as yet another attempt to restrict abortion access and infringe upon reproductive rights. They argue that it could have dire consequences for the health and wellbeing of unaccompanied minors who might require access to such services during their vulnerable situations.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HB8020

Transparency for Unaccompanied Children Act

US HB6459

No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act

US HB7

No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025

US HB7854

Unaccompanied Minor Placement Notification Act

US HB671

Vital Documents Access for Unaccompanied Homeless Youth Act of 2025

US SB3128

Protecting Unaccompanied Children Act

US HB6145

Immigration Court Efficiency and Children's Court Act of 2023

US HB10522

To establish an interagency task force to increase vital documents access for unaccompanied homeless youth.

US SB4524

Conscience Protection Act of 2024

US HB7059

ACCESS Act of 2024 Abortion Care Capacity Enhancement and Support Services Act of 2024

Similar Bills

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