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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to prohibiting abortions because of the diagnosis of Down syndrome in unborn children. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits abortions based on a diagnosis of Down syndrome in the unborn child. It defines Down syndrome as a chromosomal disorder associated with an extra chromosome 21, and an "unborn child" as a developing human child from conception to birth. The bill imposes criminal penalties, including imprisonment and fines, on any licensed medical professional who performs or attempts to perform an abortion for this reason. It also requires the revocation of their medical license and allows for civil liability and damages. The pregnant individual is not criminally liable under this law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1785 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1785.pdf |
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