No Funds for Foreign Abortions Act

This bill, titled the "No Funds for Foreign Abortions Act," aims to prohibit the use of United States foreign assistance funds for activities related to abortion overseas. It specifically targets foreign governments and both governmental and non-governmental organizations that perform, promote, or subsidize abortions, or engage in related research and coercion. The legislation seeks to codify and expand upon the principles of the Mexico City Policy , ensuring that U.S. taxpayer money does not indirectly support such activities. The bill establishes comprehensive prohibitions, preventing funds from going to foreign governments that use their own public funds for performing abortions, actively promoting them, or funding entities involved in abortion services or research. Similarly, it bars funding for foreign nongovernmental organizations, international organizations, and multilateral entities that engage in these activities, regardless of their funding source. An exception is made for abortions resulting from rape or incest , provided proper documentation is supplied. To ensure compliance, the bill mandates a rigorous system of certification, monitoring, and penalties. The Secretary of State must annually certify that recipients are in full compliance and establish monitoring and audit mechanisms. Upon credible evidence of a potential violation, funds must be immediately suspended pending investigation. Violations can lead to the termination of further assistance, repayment of misused funds, a minimum three-year ineligibility for future aid, and referral to the Attorney General for potential civil or criminal enforcement.