MARCH for Military Servicemembers Act
Sen. Gillibrand Introduces MARCH Act to Allow Abortion Care at Military Hospitals
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the Senate Committee on Armed Services for review. It is actively moving through the system, but there are no upcoming votes or hearings scheduled at this time. There is no companion bill currently linked to this legislation.
Legislative Progress
This is a highly partisan issue that lacks the bipartisan support needed to pass in the current political climate.
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Personal Impact
Veterans are not the primary target of this bill since it focuses on active Department of Defense medical facilities, not the VA system. However, some veterans receiving care through DoD facilities (such as military retirees using TRICARE) could see indirect benefits from expanded reproductive healthcare availability.
State Impacts
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
MARCH for Military Servicemembers Act
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