Bill would strip federal funds from campuses offering abortion care

What does this do?

This bill would cut off all federal funding to colleges and universities whose on-campus health clinics offer abortions or abortion-related drugs. Schools with on-campus clinics would need to send the federal government a yearly written confirmation that they do not offer those services. Hospitals are not affected, and the abortion drug definition does not include treatments for ectopic pregnancies or for removing a fetus that has already died.

Who does it affect?

The bill affects colleges and universities that receive federal funding, which includes most schools. Students who might use campus health clinics for these services would also be affected.

Why does it matter?

Schools that do not submit the yearly certification or that provide the covered services would lose federal money, including funds tied to student financial aid, research grants, and other programs. Students at those schools could lose access to those services on campus.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• Federal funding cut for noncompliant colleges
• Covers direct payments and contracts

Where does it stand?