A Republican bill with 12 Republican cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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
The Ultrasounds Save Lives Act of 2025 requires abortion providers to follow specific notification and consent procedures. Before performing an abortion, providers must perform an ultrasound and share the results with the woman. Providers are also required to present an Informed Consent Authorization form in person at least 24 hours before the procedure. This form must include statements regarding the probable gestational age, medical risks, and developmental characteristics of the unborn child. The bill establishes strict penalties for providers who fail to comply with these mandates.
Yes
- Scored +4
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill empowers the Attorney General to commence civil actions against abortion providers for violations.
- Scored +3
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The bill provides women with a private right of action and statutory damages if abortion providers fail to follow informed consent procedures.
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The bill requires providers to disclose developmental characteristics of the unborn child.
The opposite· 3 of 5
- Scored -6
Would business owners be better off under this?
Abortion providers face significant civil penalties ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 per violation.
- Scored -5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The imposition of high civil penalties and litigation risks may discourage providers from offering abortion services.
- Scored -4
Would women be better off under this?
The bill mandates specific ultrasound and waiting period requirements before a woman can access abortion services.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Informed Decision-Making: Under Section 2(a)(2), women are notified of medical risks and the results of an ultrasound before the procedure occurs.
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Transparency of Development: According to Section 2(a)(3)(A)(i), the provider must provide specific details including the probable gestational age, medical risks, and developmental characteristics such as a heartbeat or the development of organs and facial features.
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Legal Recourse for Patients: Section 2(b)(2) allows a woman or a parent of a minor to bring a civil action against an abortion provider for damages if the required consent procedures are not followed.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Financial Penalties for Providers: Under Section 2(b)(1)(B), abortion providers face significant civil penalties ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 per violation.
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Civil Litigation Risks: Section 2(b)(2) provides for private rights of action where providers may be liable for money damages, statutory damages, and punitive damages.
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Administrative Requirements: Section 2(a)(3)(B) requires that the Informed Consent Authorization form be signed in person by the woman, the provider, and a witness.
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 children be better off under this? — The bill requires providers to disclose developmental characteristics of the unborn child. Would business owners be better off under this? — Abortion providers face significant civil penalties ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 per violation. Would women be better off under this? — The bill mandates specific ultrasound and waiting period requirements before a woman can access abortion services.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The imposition of high civil penalties and litigation risks may discourage providers from offering abortion services.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill provides women with a private right of action and statutory damages if abortion providers fail to follow informed consent procedures.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill imposes new, strict administrative and medical requirements specifically on those seeking abortion services.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill empowers the Attorney General to commence civil actions against abortion providers for violations. Does this protect people from being watched or searched? — The bill requires the retention of specific informed consent forms in a patient's medical file.
- 2/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/28/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Brian BabinRepublican · Texas
Brad FinstadRepublican · Minnesota
Andy HarrisRepublican · Maryland
Mark HarrisRepublican · North Carolina
Barry MooreRepublican · Alabama
Riley MooreRepublican · West Virginia
Andrew OglesRepublican · Tennessee
John RutherfordRepublican · Florida
Keith SelfRepublican · Texas
Claudia TenneyRepublican · New York
Daniel WebsterRepublican · Florida
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas