Public Health - Pregnancy Loss - Prohibited Actions (Pregnancy Outcome Protection Act)

Summary

HB 1131 creates a new part of Maryland law that shields anyone who has a miscarriage, stillbirth, or self‑managed abortion from being investigated, sued, or prosecuted unless there is separate evidence of a crime unrelated to the loss or the person gives consent. It also protects health‑care providers who help patients during or after a loss and limits disclosure of medical records about the loss, with the same narrow exceptions. Violations can result in misdemeanor fines or higher penalties if done fraudulently.

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