U.S. Congress - H.R.1179 Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011
H.R.1179 - Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011
To amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to protect rights of conscience with regard to requirements for coverage of specific items and services. view all titles (2)
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- Short: Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011 as introduced.
- Official: To amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to protect rights of conscience with regard to requirements for coverage of specific items and services. as introduced.
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Official Summary
3/17/2011--Introduced.Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011 - Amends the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) to permit a health plan to decline coverage of specific items and services that are contrary to the religious beliefs of the sponsor, issuer, or other entity oOfficial Summary
3/17/2011--Introduced.Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011 - Amends the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) to permit a health plan to decline coverage of specific items and services that are contrary to the religious beliefs of the sponsor, issuer, or other entity offering the plan or the purchaser or beneficiary (in the case of individual coverage) without penalty. Declares that such plans are still considered to:(1) be providing the essential health benefits package or preventive health services,
(2) be a qualified health plan, and
(3) have fulfilled other requirements under PPACA. Declares that nothing in PPACA shall be construed to authorize a health plan to require a provider to provide, participate in, or refer for a specific item or service contrary to the provider's religious beliefs or moral convictions. Prohibits a health plan from being considered to have failed to provide timely or other access to items or services or to fulfill any other requirement under PPACA because it has respected the rights of conscience of such a provider. Prohibits an American Health Benefit Exchange (a state health insurance exchange) or other official or entity acting in a governmental capacity in the course of implementing PPACA from discriminating against a health plan, plan sponsor, health care provider, or other person because of an unwillingness to provide coverage of, participate in, or refer for, specific items or services. Creates a private cause of action for the protection of individual rights created under this Act. Authorizes any person or entity to assert a violation of this Act as a claim or defense in a judicial proceeding. Designates the Office for Civil Rights of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to receive and investigate complaints of discrimination based on this Act. Makes this Act effective as if it were included in PPACA.
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Organizations Supporting H.R.1179
- United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Organizations Opposing H.R.1179
- None via MapLight at this time.
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Keep defending our rights
We must overturn this mandate with the Respect for Rights and Conscience Act (HR1179 and S1467) whereby all health insurance companies retain the right to provide, purchase or enroll in health coverage that is consistent with their religious ...
Catholic Business Group Sues Obama Admin Over HHS Mandate
H.R. 1179 enjoys the endorsements of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, National Right to Life Committee, Americans United for Life, and other organizations. Numerous other organizations, including the Christian Medical ...
Pastors who would tear the wings off Cardinal Dolan’s message
that the Representative will co-sponsor the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act (H.R. 1179, S. 1467). “In the spirit of obedience I will comply with their directive. I suggest that an insert containing the bishops (sic) letter be put in the bulletin ...
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The MotherHood Blog: WHO ARE YOU CALLING A SLUT? What the ...
... the hearing, The Respect for the Rights of Conscience Act. Sponsored in the House by Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (HR 1179) and in the Senate by Roy Blunt (S 1467), it became simply known as “The Blunt Amendment.” ...
The MotherHood Blog: WHO ARE YOU CALLING A SLUT? What the ...
... the hearing, The Respect for the Rights of Conscience Act. Sponsored in the House by Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (HR 1179) and in the Senate by Roy Blunt (S 1467), it became simply known as “The Blunt Amendment.” ...
The MotherHood Blog: WHO ARE YOU CALLING A SLUT? What the ...
... the hearing, The Respect for the Rights of Conscience Act. Sponsored in the House by Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (HR 1179) and in the Senate by Roy Blunt (S 1467), it became simply known as “The Blunt Amendment.” ...
Latest Letters to Congress
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H.R.1179 - Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011
netter1213
May 15, 2012
The Honorable United States Representative Aaron Schock:
I am writing as your constituent in the 18th Congressional district of Illinois. I support H.R.1179 - Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011. I have noticed that as of this date, May 15, 2012, you HAVE NOT ENDORSED OR VOTED IN FAVOR of the above bill.
I understand, Senators Durbin and Kirk, that this is a House Bill. However, it is my understanding you are IN FAVOR of Obama's Healthcare Act (PPACA) which provides abortion-i... -
H.R.1179 Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011
akownurko
March 26, 2012
I am writing as your constituent in the 7th Congressional district of Pennsylvania. I oppose H.R.1179 - Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
Alexandra Kownurko -
H.R.1179 Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011
jmg5
March 25, 2012
I am writing as your constituent in the 5th Congressional district of Ohio. I am writing as your constituent in the 5th Congressional district of Ohio. I support H.R.1179 - Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
Joe Gubernath
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