To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions.
The bill’s titles are written by its sponsor.
Sponsor and status
Introduced on Jan 17, 2019
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on January 17, 2019. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Position statements
What legislators are saying
“Foxx Introduces Pro-life Global Health Bill”
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Rep. Virginia Foxx [R-NC5]
(Sponsor)
on Jan 18, 2019
“Congressman Matt Gaetz Supports Family Values”
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Rep. Matt Gaetz [R-FL1]
(Co-sponsor)
on Jan 29, 2019
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H.R. 661 is a bill in the United States Congress.
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