Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
What this bill does
H.R. 10600, titled the "Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026," proposes to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Specifically, it would authorize the use of U.S. federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services. This includes making funds available for abortion services, as well as for the training and equipment necessary to provide these services.
The bill aims to impact individuals seeking reproductive healthcare services in other countries by potentially increasing access to safe abortion. It would affect the way U.S. foreign aid is allocated for global health programs related to reproductive health. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
As it is currently in committee, the bill's next step would involve review, potential amendments, and a vote by the committee. If passed by the committee, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
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Timeline
24 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10600 do?
- H.R. 10600, titled the "Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026," proposes to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Specifically, it would authorize the use of U.S. federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services. This includes making funds available for abortion services, as well as for the training and equipment necessary to provide these services. The bill aims to impact individuals seeking reproductive healthcare services in other countries by potentially increasing access to safe abortion. It would affect the way U.S. foreign aid is allocated for global health programs related to reproductive health. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. As it is currently in committee, the bill's next step would involve review, potential amendments, and a vote by the committee. If passed by the committee, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
- Has H.R. 10600 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10600. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10600?
- H.R. 10600 was sponsored by Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9] (D-IL), with 96 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10600?
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (24 Sep 2026).
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