Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2018
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Apr 26, 2018)
Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2018
This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to recklessly dispose of or abandon fetal remains in a landfill or in any navigable waters of the United States.
The term "fetal remains" means any part (except a cremated part) of a deceased human fetus following an abortion.
A violator is subject to a fine, up to three years in prison, or both.
What just happenedMay 22, 2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseApr 26, 2018
- May 22, 2018Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Apr 26, 2018IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Apr 26, 2018IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Apr 26, 2018IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House