Stop Comstock Act

# Stop Comstock Act Summary **What It Would Do:** The Stop Comstock Act would limit the application of a 19th-century federal law (the Comstock Act) that currently restricts the mailing of certain items and medications. Specifically, the bill would clarify that the Comstock Act cannot be used to prohibit the mailing of FDA-approved medications used for abortion or miscarriage care. This is a direct response to renewed legal efforts to enforce the Comstock Act against abortion-related medications. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect healthcare providers, patients seeking reproductive care, and mail services. It would impact anyone who receives or mails FDA-approved medications for abortion or pregnancy-related care.

The bill also addresses concerns among medical professionals and reproductive health organizations about legal uncertainty surrounding medication distribution. **Current Status:** The bill (S. 951) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Tina Smith (D-Minnesota) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process with no current path to a floor vote.