Bill Overview
Title: Protect the UNBORN Act
Description: This bill prohibits federal implementation of and funding for specified executive orders that address access to reproductive health care services, including services related to pregnancy or the termination of a pregnancy.
Sponsors: Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]
Target Audience
Population: People needing access to reproductive health care, including pregnancy and abortion services
Estimated Size: 65000000
- The bill impacts anyone seeking reproductive health care services, particularly those seeking services related to pregnancy and abortion.
- Globally, reproductive health care is a concern for women of childbearing age, typically considered to be between the ages of 15-49.
- According to the United Nations, there are approximately 1.9 billion women worldwide in this age range.
- Access to abortion services and related care impacts women's health, economic stability, and societal participation.
Reasoning
- The policy directly impacts the subset of the population seeking reproductive health services, prominently impacting women of childbearing age.
- Given the budget constraints, not all individuals in need may be affected in significant ways, leading to possible disparities based on geographic location, socioeconomic status, and access to alternative healthcare options.
- Cultural, political, and personal beliefs will influence the perception and reported wellbeing impact of the policy.
- The policy does not impact men directly in the same way as women; however, partners and families of women impacted by the policy may experience indirect consequences.
Simulated Interviews
Software Engineer (Austin, Texas)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe healthcare decisions should be between a woman and her doctor, not restricted by government policies.
- This policy could limit my options in case of pregnancy complications.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 7 |
College Student (Tallahassee, Florida)
Age: 19 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm worried about the lack of access to essential healthcare services that this policy would cause.
- It feels like we're moving backwards in terms of women's rights.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 4 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 8 |
Marketing Manager (Santa Monica, California)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy doesn't directly affect me, but I worry about what it means for my partner and future family.
- Access to full healthcare services is crucial for everyone.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Entrepreneur (New York City, New York)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As a mother and business owner, I understand the importance of reproductive healthcare access for women's economic empowerment.
- I fear this policy could set harmful precedents.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 9 |
Freelance Writer (Seattle, Washington)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 12.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies like this one deny basic rights to bodily autonomy all over again.
- It's critical to have access to all forms of healthcare for everyone in need.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 4 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 8 |
Registered Nurse (Chicago, Illinois)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies like this tie our hands as healthcare providers.
- Patients will suffer without full access to the care they need.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 4 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 4 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 9 |
Film Producer (Los Angeles, California)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy disregards women's autonomy over their own bodies.
- I believe access to safe, legal abortion is a right.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 9 |
Teacher (Huntsville, Alabama)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could severely limit my and others' access to necessary healthcare services.
- Restrictive policies like these affect low-income families the most.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 4 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 8 |
Environmental Scientist (Denver, Colorado)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm concerned about how this policy might disrupt services that are critical for my partner's work and public health overall.
- Healthcare should be inclusive and accessible.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Small Business Owner (Raleigh, North Carolina)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm uncertain about the full impact of this policy, but I don't like the idea of losing healthcare options.
- As someone who believes in healthcare access, this doesn't feel right.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $70000000 (Low: $50000000, High: $100000000)
Year 2: $65000000 (Low: $45000000, High: $90000000)
Year 3: $60000000 (Low: $40000000, High: $80000000)
Year 5: $55000000 (Low: $35000000, High: $70000000)
Year 10: $50000000 (Low: $30000000, High: $60000000)
Year 100: $40000000 (Low: $25000000, High: $50000000)
Key Considerations
- The distributional impacts of reduced access to reproductive health services, particularly on low-income and rural communities.
- Potential legal challenges and their associated costs could modify both costs and savings estimates.
- Long-term public health implications that might arise from reduced access to reproductive healthcare services, including possible increases in state and local health expenditures.