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MO HB2369

MO HB2369
Prohibits providers of medical malpractice insurance from denying coverage to a health care professional solely because he or she provides or assists in the provision of abortions


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Introduced
01/10/2024
In Committee
05/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/17/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibits providers of medical malpractice insurance from denying coverage to a health care professional solely because he or she provides or assists in the provision of abortions

AI Summary

This bill prohibits providers of medical malpractice insurance from denying coverage to a health care professional solely because they provide or assist in the provision of abortions. The bill adds new definitions to the existing law, including "advanced practice registered nurse" and "health care professional." It also requires medical malpractice insurance coverage for anyone performing or inducing abortions, with a minimum coverage of $1 million per occurrence and $3 million in the annual aggregate. The bill aims to ensure that health care professionals who provide abortion services can access the necessary medical malpractice insurance.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred: General Laws(H) (on 05/17/2024)

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