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Introduced
02/02/2017
02/02/2017
In Committee
03/21/2017
03/21/2017
Crossed Over
02/14/2017
02/14/2017
Passed
03/23/2017
03/23/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/29/2017
03/29/2017
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
To Create The Sex Discrimination By Abortion Prohibition Act.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Sex Discrimination by Abortion Prohibition Act," aims to ban abortions performed solely based on the sex of the unborn child. The bill includes legislative findings that sex-selection abortions predominantly target female fetuses and can lead to societal imbalances, as well as increased health risks for women undergoing later-term abortions. The bill requires physicians to inquire about the sex of the fetus and inform patients of the prohibition on sex-selection abortions before performing the procedure. It also establishes criminal and civil penalties for violations, including suspension or revocation of a physician's medical license, and provides legal protections for women who undergo such prohibited abortions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Charles Collins (R)*,
Missy Irvin (R)*,
Mary Bentley (R),
Charlene Fite (R),
Rebecca Petty (R),
Jason Rapert (R),
Last Action
Notification that HB1434 is now Act 733 (on 03/29/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/assembly/2017/2017R/Pages/BillInformation.aspx?measureno=HB1434 |
| BillText | http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/assembly/2017/2017R/Acts/Act733.pdf |
| BillText | http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/assembly/2017/2017R/Bills/HB1434.pdf |
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