Signed into LawFiled Feb 3, 2026
Sponsor: Grove
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Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-20
Mar 30, 2026
Summary
HB 1257 rewrites the legal definition of abortion, classifying most abortions as a Class 6 felony unless a licensed physician determines they are needed to prevent a pregnant woman's death. The bill adds detailed definitions, sets reporting requirements, and creates new felony offenses for harming a fetus or coercing an abortion. It now applies to doctors, health facilities, and anyone who attempts to induce or force an abortion in the state.
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