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BillHR 8603 · 119

Dismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
16
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits dismemberment abortions, a specific procedure that involves removing a fetus from the womb in pieces. Requires doctors to use alternative methods in certain situations.

Sponsored By

Kat Cammack
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects pregnant women and medical providers, as it restricts the availability of a specific abortion procedure and requires doctors to use alternative methods. It particularly impacts women seeking abortions after a certain point in their pregnancy, as well as healthcare providers who perform abortions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
15backers
  • Republican15
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (16)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeJudiciary Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Subjects
  • Safety
  • Rights

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.