Abortion DOULAS Act

# Abortion DOULAS Act Summary **What the bill would do:** The Abortion DOULAS Act (HR 2469) would establish a federal grant program to train and support "abortion doulas"—trained companions who provide emotional, physical, and informational support to people before, during, and after abortion procedures. The bill would fund training programs, certification standards, and access to these support services, similar to how doulas currently support people during childbirth. **Who it affects:** The bill would primarily affect people seeking abortion services and healthcare providers offering abortion care.

It would also create opportunities for individuals to become certified abortion doulas as a profession or volunteer role. **Current status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote in the House of Representatives. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would require additional action to become law.