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Introduced
02/03/2021
02/03/2021
In Committee
02/03/2021
02/03/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to prohibiting abortion on the basis of Down syndrome; amending RCW 9.02.110 and 9.02.170; and adding new sections to chapter 9.02 RCW.
AI Summary
This bill amends Washington state law to prohibit abortion based on a diagnosis or belief that the unborn child has Down syndrome. The bill establishes penalties for physicians who violate the prohibition, including license revocation and civil liability. It also requires physicians to report to the Department of Health that they do not have knowledge that the abortion was sought due to a Down syndrome diagnosis or belief. The bill clarifies that a woman seeking an abortion due to a Down syndrome diagnosis or belief is not liable for violating the prohibition. The bill also amends existing law to allow the state to interfere with a woman's right to choose an abortion prior to fetal viability when prohibited by the new provisions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/10/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5416&Year=2021&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5416.pdf |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/Senate Bills/5416.pdf |
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