Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 28, 2021)
Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of State to include in its annual reports on human rights in countries receiving U.S. development and security assistance a discussion of the status of reproductive rights in each country. This must include whether a country has adopted and enforced policies to (1) promote access to contraception and accurate, nondiscriminatory family planning and sexual health information; (2) provide services to ensure safe and healthy pregnancy and childbirth; (3) expand or restrict access to safe abortion services; and (4) prevent and treat sexually transmitted diseases.
For each country, the reports shall also contain (1) data concerning pregnancy-related injuries and deaths; and (2) a description of the nature and extent of discrimination and violence against women, girls, and LGBTQI+ individuals in health care settings and the relevant government's response to such actions.
What just happenedMay 28, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 28, 2021
- May 28, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Foreign Affairs Committee - May 28, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 28, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House