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TX SB391
Relating to prohibition of abortion; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
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Introduced
01/22/2021
01/22/2021
In Committee
03/09/2021
03/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021
05/31/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to prohibition of abortion; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits abortion in Texas, with exceptions if the pregnant woman's life is at risk or if there is a serious risk of substantial impairment of a major bodily function. It imposes a civil penalty of at least $100,000 for each violation and creates a criminal offense for performing, inducing, or attempting an abortion, with the offense being a felony of the second degree or first degree if an unborn child dies. The bill also allows for disciplinary action against healthcare providers who violate the prohibition. The bill's implementation is contingent on certain developments related to the Supreme Court's abortion jurisprudence or a constitutional amendment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (10)
Paul Bettencourt (R)*,
Dawn Buckingham (R)*,
Donna Campbell (R)*,
Kelly Hancock (R)*,
Eddie Lucio (D)*,
Angela Paxton (R)*,
Charles Perry (R)*,
Drew Springer (R)*,
Bob Hall (R),
Kel Seliger (R),
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs (on 03/09/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=87R&Bill=SB391 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/SB00391I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/pdf/SB00391I.pdf |
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