Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 27, 2025
Sponsor: Rebecca L. Rausch (D)
Latest Action
Senate: Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Jul 1, 2026
Summary
The bill requires any hospital with an emergency department to offer stabilizing treatment, including abortions, when a pregnant patient faces a life‑threatening condition. It also expands who can perform abortions, updates consent rules, and adds penalties for non‑compliance. The changes aim to ensure timely, nondiscriminatory abortion care in emergencies and clarify provider responsibilities.
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