119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 686
Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act of 2025 This bill establishes a new federal criminal offense for recklessly disposing of or abandoning fetal remains in a landfill or in any navigable waters of the United States.The term fetal remains means any part (except a cremated part) of a deceased human fetus following an abortion.A violator is subject to a fine, up to three years in prison, or both.