Bill > H1785

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.