H.R. 7177 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on the Judiciary, Jan 21, 2026
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryFederal crimes for Turner syndrome abortion
This bill would make it a federal crime to perform an abortion on a fetus diagnosed with Turner syndrome, a genetic condition. People convicted could face fines, up to five years in prison, or both. The bill also allows people to sue for damages or seek court orders to stop such abortions.
How it affects you
This would directly affect doctors and abortion providers, who could face federal criminal charges and lawsuits. A pregnant woman who undergoes such an abortion cannot be prosecuted or held civilly liable under this law.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Jan 21, 2026)
Protecting Girls with Turner Syndrome Act of 2026
This bill creates new federal crimes related to the performance of an abortion on an unborn child who has Turner syndrome.
It subjects a violator to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both.
It also authorizes civil remedies, including damages and injunctive relief.
A woman who undergoes such an abortion may not be prosecuted or held civilly liable.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionH. R. 7177
A BILL
Protecting Girls with Turner Syndrome Act of 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-IA-4) · Introduced Jan 21, 2026 · Crime and Law Enforcement · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jan 21, 2026: “Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.”