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Introduced
01/29/2024
01/29/2024
In Committee
01/29/2024
01/29/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create The Crime Of Abortion Trafficking; To Prohibit Any Person From Transporting A Pregnant Unemancipated Minor Across State Lines For An Abortion With The Consent Of The Minor's Parent Or Guardian; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill creates the crime of "abortion trafficking" in the state of Mississippi. It prohibits any adult from transporting an unemancipated (underage) pregnant minor across state lines to obtain an abortion without the consent of the minor's parent or guardian. The bill provides an affirmative defense if the parent or guardian did consent to the trafficking. It also grants the state Attorney General the authority to prosecute violations of the law if the local prosecutor refuses to do so. Individuals convicted of abortion trafficking would face a fine of $1,000 to $10,000 and imprisonment of 2 to 5 years.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 03/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2024/pdf/history/HB/HB0713.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2024/html/HB/0700-0799/HB0713IN.htm |
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