Legislation -
Bill Passed
(House)
(251-175) -
May 4, 2011(Key vote)
Title: Prohibiting Taxpayer Funding of Abortion
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits federal funds from being spent on abortions.
Highlights:
Prohibits any federal funds, including funds within the budget of the District of Columbia, from being used for the purpose of providing abortions, except in the following cases (Sec. 101):
Rape;
Incest; or
The life of the woman is at risk.
Prohibits any tax deductions for medical expenses that include an abortion, except in the cases listed above (Sec. 201).