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Rules Resource for H.R. 3 – No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act

Summary

H.R. 3 would establish a government-wide statutory prohibition on funding abortion and insurance coverage that includes abortion, except in the case of rape, incest, or when a woman’s life is at risk. This comprehensive approach ensures taxpayer dollars are not used to fund elective abortions.

Type of Rule

Closed rule (prohibiting amendments) for consideration of the measure. Reported by a vote of 9 yeas and 3 nays.

Amendments

No amendments were made in order.

Other Elements of the Rule
  • Provides one hour of general debate with 40 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Judiciary, 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means.

  • Provides one motion to recommit.

  • Floor Managers: Nugent/Slaughter

Floor Action Expected
The rule and the bill are expected to be debated on the floor on: May 4, 2011.