Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025

# Women's Health Protection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Women's Health Protection Act of 2025 would establish federal protections for abortion access nationwide. If passed, the bill would codify the right to abortion into federal law, essentially overriding state-level restrictions. This would allow people to obtain abortions at any point during pregnancy, though it could permit states to regulate abortion after fetal viability (around 24 weeks) in cases where the pregnant person's life or health is not at risk. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would directly impact women and pregnant individuals seeking abortion services, as well as healthcare providers. It would affect all 50 states and any state laws that currently ban or significantly limit abortion access.

The bill would preempt existing state restrictions in the roughly half of states that have passed abortion bans or severe limitations, particularly following the 2022 Supreme Court decision that eliminated the federal constitutional right to abortion. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee (S 2150 in the Senate), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full chamber. The bill was introduced by Senator Tammy Baldwin, a Democrat from Wisconsin. It would require approval from both the Senate and House, followed by presidential signature, to become law.