Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2019
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 17, 2019)
Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2019
This bill establishes a new criminal offense for recklessly disposing of or abandoning 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 happenedMar 4, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 17, 2019
- Mar 4, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Jan 17, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Jan 17, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 17, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House