legislation: 110-s-1173

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110-s-1173 110 s 1173 Freedom of Choice Act Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-04-19 2007-04-19 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] CA D B000711 19 Freedom of Choice Act - Declares that it is the policy of the United States that every woman has the fundamental right to choose to: (1) bear a child; (2) terminate a pregnancy prior to fetal viability; or (3) terminate a pregnancy after fetal viability when necessary to protect her life or her health. Prohibits a federal, state, or local governmental entity from: (1) denying or interfering with a woman's right to exercise such choices; or (2) discriminating against the exercise of those rights in the regulation or provision of benefits, facilities, services, or information. Provides that such prohibition shall apply retroactively. Authorizes an individual aggrieved by a violation of this Act to obtain appropriate relief, including relief against a governmental entity, in a civil action. 2023-01-11T19:41:18Z  

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