Christopher Smith (R-NJ)
No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025
A Republican bill with 135 Republican cosponsors · See all 135 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025. It stops any federal funds, trust funds, or federal programs from being used to pay for abortions or health insurance plans that cover abortions. The bill also applies these funding bans to federal facilities, federal employees, and the District of Columbia. Additionally, it stops people and small businesses from using Affordable Care Act tax credits or cost-sharing reductions to buy health plans that include abortion coverage. The bill makes exceptions for cases involving rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger. Finally, it requires health plans and exchanges to clearly disclose if they cover abortion services and to show any related premium surcharges.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +5
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
Requires explicit disclosure of abortion coverage and surcharges in health plans.
- Scored +5
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill explicitly prohibits the use of federal and trust funds for abortion services.
- Scored +4
Does this give the federal government more power?
Expands federal prohibition on the use of federal funds and facilities for abortion services.
The opposite· 3 of 22
- Scored -8
Does this make abortion easier to get?
Prohibits federal funding and services at federal facilities, increasing financial barriers.
- Scored -7
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Removes federal funding and ACA credits, making abortion services less affordable.
- Scored -7
Would women be better off under this?
Significantly restricts financial access and federal facility access to abortion services.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother: The bill explicitly states in Section 308 of title 1 (added by Section 101) that the funding limitations for abortions do not apply if the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest, or if a physician certifies that the woman is in danger of death unless an abortion is performed. This ensures that federal support remains available for these specific, critical circumstances.
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Clear notice and transparency for consumers: Under Section 202, health plans must prominently disclose the extent of their abortion coverage in marketing, advertising, comparison tools, and enrollment materials. Furthermore, any separate premium surcharges for abortion coverage must be clearly and separately identified, which helps people know exactly what their health plan includes and costs.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Loss of tax credits for comprehensive health plans: Under Section 201, individuals and small businesses can no longer use Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, cost-sharing reductions, or small employer health insurance expense credits for any health plan that includes abortion coverage (aside from the specific exceptions). This means individuals and small business owners may lose financial help if they choose a plan that covers abortion services.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Removes federal funding and ACA credits, making abortion services less affordable. Would women be better off under this? — Significantly restricts financial access and federal facility access to abortion services. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural residents rely more on federal facilities and public funding for healthcare. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Marginalized groups relying on public funding for healthcare are disproportionately affected. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Marginalized groups relying on public funding for healthcare are disproportionately affected. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Impacts those relying on federal healthcare facilities for reproductive services. Would students be better off under this? — Increases financial burdens for students seeking reproductive health options. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults seeking reproductive health services face increased financial barriers. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Potential increase in financial barriers to reproductive health services. Would business owners be better off under this? — Small business owners may lose tax credits for health plans covering abortion. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Increases barriers to access for those without high-income private insurance. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Impacts those relying on ACA credits for comprehensive health coverage. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — May increase out-of-pocket costs for abortion coverage. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Restricts abortion services at federal facilities, potentially including VA hospitals.
- Healthcare
- Does this make abortion easier to get? — Prohibits federal funding and services at federal facilities, increasing financial barriers. Does this strengthen the Affordable Care Act? — Limits the availability of ACA credits and cost-sharing reductions for plans covering abortion. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Reduces the number of available funding sources and facilities for abortion care. Does this help veterans get medical care? — Limits abortion services provided by federal employees and facilities, which may include VA sites.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — Requires explicit disclosure of abortion coverage and surcharges in health plans. Does this give the federal government more power? — Expands federal prohibition on the use of federal funds and facilities for abortion services. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — Clarifies that states can still purchase abortion coverage using non-federal funds.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill explicitly prohibits the use of federal and trust funds for abortion services. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — Increases transparency by requiring clear disclosure of abortion coverage and surcharges. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — Restricts the use of taxpayer funds for specific medical procedures. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — Prohibiting federal funding for abortions potentially reduces federal expenditures. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Potentially removes tax credits for small businesses offering comprehensive health plans. Does this cut taxes for small businesses? — Small employers may lose health insurance expense credits if their plans cover abortion.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion? — Aligns federal spending with the views of those who oppose taxpayer funding for abortion. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — Restricts access to reproductive healthcare services through federal funding bans. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Removes federal financial support for abortions, disproportionately affecting low-income individuals.
- 11/11/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/26/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/28/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/14/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 9/10/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/8/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/2/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 9/1/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 7/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/22/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 4/16/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 4/15/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 4/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/9/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/24/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/7/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/1/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/25/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/11/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 2/27/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/25/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/6/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/28/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 1/22/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 64 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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