Bill > HB583

This bill, known as the Down Syndrome Dignity Act, prohibits the termination of a pregnancy solely based on a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome, except in cases of rape, incest, or medical emergency. The bill defines Down syndrome as a chromosomal condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. It also outlines that the state may not interfere with a woman's decision to terminate a pregnancy before the fetus is viable or if the termination is necessary to protect the woman's life or health. The bill requires the Department of Health to adopt regulations that are necessary and the least intrusive to protect the woman's life or health and are not inconsistent with accepted medical practices.

Health and Social Services

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0583?ys=2022RS