Bill > SB2749

This bill, titled the "Safeguarding Teens from Out-of-State Procedures Act" or the "STOP Act," aims to criminalize the procurement of an abortion for a minor girl, the obtaining of abortion-inducing drugs, or the aiding or abetting of a minor girl in these actions by harboring or transporting her within the state of Mississippi. The bill defines key terms, such as "abortion," "abortion-inducing drug," and "minor girl," and provides criminal penalties for violations, including a felony charge punishable by up to 15 years in prison or a $10,000 fine. The bill also creates a private cause of action for individuals to recover damages for violations, but exempts the minor girl from criminal or civil liability. Additionally, the bill states that it does not create or recognize a right to abortion and that it is not intended to make lawful any abortion that is currently unlawful.

Health and Social Services

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2024/pdf/history/SB/SB2749.xml