H.R. 2436 — 106th Congress
Unborn Victims of Violence Act of 1999
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Oct 1, 1999Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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As of Sep 30, 1999Passed House amended
Specifies that a violation of such provisions does not require proof that: (1) the person engaging in the conduct had knowledge or should have had knowledge that the victim of the underlying offense was pregnant; or (2) the defendant (or accused) intended to cause the death of, or bodily injury to, the unborn child. Directs that if the person engaging in the conduct thereby intentionally kills or attempts to kill the unborn child, that person shall be punished as provided under the Federal criminal code for intentionally killing or attempting to kill a human being.
Bars prosecution under this Act: (1) of any person for conduct relating to an abortion for which the consent of the pregnant woman, or a person authorized by law to act on her behalf, has been obtained or for which such consent is implied by law; (2) for conduct relating to any medical treatment of the pregnant woman or her unborn child; or (3) of any woman with respect to her unborn child.
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Roll-call votes
3 on record| Date | Chamber | Question | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 1999 | House | On Passage | Passed (254–172) |
| Sep 30, 1999 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Failed (201–224) |
| Sep 30, 1999 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Agreed to (269–158) |
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