Bill · H.R. 2251· House(119-HR-2251)

Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act

Age: 70 years

Kansas

Introduced: 3/21/2025
Last activity: 3/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Ron Estes
Cosponsors: - 16 - 0

Crime and Law Enforcement

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The "Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act" seeks to amend title 18 of the United States Code to prohibit discrimination against unborn children on the basis of Down syndrome. It makes it unlawful to perform an abortion if the procedure is sought because of a Down syndrome diagnosis or any reason to believe the unborn child has the condition. The bill establishes specific criminal penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment, for those who violate these terms. It also allows for civil actions by qualified plaintiffs, such as the woman or the father, to seek damages. Additionally, the act mandates that certain medical professionals report suspected violations to law enforcement.

Yes

Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+8
The bill aims to protect individuals with Down syndrome from discrimination in medical procedures.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+7
The bill provides explicit legal protections against discrimination for those with Down syndrome.
Does this give the federal government more power?+5
The bill expands federal criminal and civil statutes regarding abortion discrimination.

The opposite· 3 of 4

Does this make abortion easier to get?-10
The bill prohibits abortions based on Down syndrome diagnoses, effectively restricting access for those specific circumstances.
Would women be better off under this?-5
The bill imposes criminal penalties and potential civil liability related to abortion procedures.
Does this give the government more power to monitor people inside the country?-3
The bill mandates medical professionals to report suspected violations to law enforcement.