SAFER Health Act of 2023
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 24, 2023)
Secure Access for Essential Reproductive Health Act of 2023 or the SAFER Health Act of 2023
This bill prohibits health care providers and insurance plans from disclosing in a legal proceeding an individual's personal health information related to an abortion or pregnancy without the individual's valid authorization.
The prohibition applies to federal, state, local, and tribal proceedings, including civil, criminal, administrative, and legislative proceedings. The bill provides limited exceptions such as if the information is necessary to investigate physical harm to the individual.
Further, the Department of Health and Human Services must conduct an outreach campaign to inform covered entities and the public about the prohibition.
What just happenedFeb 3, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 24, 2023
- Feb 3, 2023Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Jan 24, 2023IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jan 24, 2023IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 24, 2023IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House