Pfluger Files ‘Second Chance at Life Act’ on Abortion Pill

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced legislation today to provide unborn children facing abortion a “second chance at life” by establishing federal informed consent requirements for women seeking to take the abortion pill. 

The Second Chance at Life Act will ensure every single woman seeking this option knows it is possible to reverse the effects if they change their mind. 

“Far too often, women are pressured into taking the abortion pill without being fully informed of all their options," Rep. Pfluger stated. "Tragically, many later express deep regret as they come to terms with the loss of their unborn child. It is unacceptable that so many women are never told by their provider that the effects of the first pill can be reversible. That’s why I am introducing commonsense legislation to close this critical information gap. My Second Chance at Life Act establishes federal informed consent requirements for the abortion pill, ensuring women receive complete and accurate information about the pill and its potential reversal. This will empower women to make fully informed choices at every stage of the process, protecting their right to know the full details before taking any medication and safeguarding their unborn child’s chance at life."

The bill is co-sponsored in the House by Representatives Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Ron Estes (KS-04), Barry Moore (AL-01), Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), Sheri Biggs (SC-03), Craig Goldman (TX-12), John Moolenaar (MI-04), John Rose (TN-06), Kat Cammack (FL-03), John McGuire (VA-05), Rep. Michael Guest (MS-03), Rep. Brad Finstead (MN-01), Randy Weber (TX-14), Mike Bost (IL-12) and Dan Crenshaw (TX-02). Read a few statements of support from the lawmakers below: 

“No woman should be denied the chance to save her child,” said Rep. Sheri Biggs. “The Second Chance at Life Act ensures they get that information before taking action that would end the life of their innocent unborn baby and would likely have catastrophic negative impacts on their own life, too, as a result. I am proud to support this pro-life bill that puts women and the unborn first.”

“Every life is precious from the moment of conception,” said Rep. Stutzman. “To save lives, it is essential that expecting mothers know they have the opportunity to save their baby’s life after choosing to start a chemical abortion. I am proud to support this bill that will hold abortion providers accountable and give every unborn baby this second chance at life.”

Read the full text of the legislation here.

Rep. Pfluger's legislation is also supported by several pro-life affiliated organizations, such as Susan B. Anthony (SBA) Pro-Life America, National Right to Life Committee, Students for Life Action, and the Eagle Forum. Several released the following statements of support. 

Hon. Marilyn Musgrave, SBA Pro-Life America’s vice president of government affairs, said, “Women deserve the truth -- both about the dangers of abortion drugs and the life-saving option of Abortion Pill Reversal. Credited with saving thousands of babies, Abortion Pill Reversal gives mothers a second chance to choose life. Women must know that safe, effective treatment exists that could save their child if quick action is taken. Thank you, Rep. Pfluger, for championing this critical bill to guarantee the full informed consent women deserve.”

Carol Tobias, President of National Right to Life, said, “National Right to Life is proud to support the Second Chance at Life Act. Women deserve to be fully informed about every option they have. Many women regret taking the abortion pill, and many of them are unaware that taking the first pill is not final. Legislation that helps women see every option ultimately saves lives.”

Kristan Hawkins, President, Students for Life of America & Students for Life Action, said, “Students for Life Action is proud to support the Second Chance at Life Act, which would require abortion distributors to disclose information about the possibility of reversing a chemical abortion if the woman were to change her mind. Many mothers regret their abortions and wish they had been told about abortion pill reversal before it was too late. And too many women are exposed to the deadly pills by those who are coercing them.”