American Society for Reproductive Medicine

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ASRM Statement on FACE Act Repeal Bill

June 10, 2025
For immediate release

Washington, DC-Today, the House Judiciary Committee marked up the attempted repeal of the FACE Act, H.R. 589, as introduced by U.S. Representative Chip Roy in January. In response, ASRM's Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer Sean Tipton issued the following statement:

"Less than one month ago, we saw an act of terrorism take place against a fertility clinic for the first time. The bombing in Palm Springs should be a signal to lawmakers that now is the time to strengthen protections provided through the FACE Act, which has served as a critical safeguard against extremist intimidation and abuse for decades. Proposing the repeal of the FACE Act in the immediate aftermath of a domestic attack on a medical facility is not only tone-deaf; it is dangerously irresponsible.

"Reproductive health care professionals should not have to fear going into work, nor should patients have to fear seeking fertility or any other medical services. The FACE Act is not a matter of partisan politics, it is a matter of public safety, civil rights, and the rule of law."


Prior to the mark-up, ASRM submitted a letter to committee leadership expressing opposition to this bill.

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