A newly proposed bill could impose a nationwide abortion ban if passed in the US.

With Donald Trump back in The White House, American politics is experiencing significant changes.

Now, Republican Representative Eric Burlison of Missouri has introduced a new bill that, if approved, would have major consequences for healthcare across the country.

The Life at Conception Act seeks to define unborn children as “persons” under the 14th Amendment to the US Constitution, ensuring that their “right to life is legally recognized and protected,” as outlined in the legislation.

Announcing the bill on Facebook, Congressman Burlison stated: “I am proud to introduce the Life at Conception Act, which reaffirms the original intent of the 14th Amendment by declaring that the term ‘person’ includes all human beings from the moment of conception. It is a scientific fact that life begins at conception.”

In an official press release, Burlison elaborated: “Every life is a sacred gift from God, deserving of dignity and protection from the moment of conception. The Life at Conception Act uses Congress’ constitutional authority to define personhood, fulfilling our moral and legal obligation to safeguard the lives of the unborn.”