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AL HB378
AL HB378Abortion, harboring or transporting of minor girl in order to obtain abortion prohibited in certain circumstances, criminal penalties and affirmative defense provided, certain civil remedies authorized
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Introduced
03/21/2024
03/21/2024
In Committee
03/21/2024
03/21/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/09/2024
05/09/2024
Introduced Session
Regular Session 2024
Bill Summary
Abortion, harboring or transporting of minor girl in order to obtain abortion prohibited in certain circumstances, criminal penalties and affirmative defense provided, certain civil remedies authorized
AI Summary
This bill, the Safeguarding Teens from Out-of-State Abortion Procedures (STOP) Act, prohibits adults from harboring or transporting a minor girl in Alabama to obtain an abortion or abortion-inducing drugs without the knowledge and consent of her parents or legal guardian. It establishes criminal penalties for violations, provides affirmative defenses, and authorizes civil remedies for the minor girl's parents or guardian. The bill also includes findings on the potential medical, emotional, and psychological consequences of abortion, particularly for minors, and affirms the fundamental right of parents to make healthcare decisions for their children. The bill does not apply in cases of medical emergencies or when a court has waived the parental consent requirement.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Mark Gidley (R)*,
Susan DuBose (R),
Donna Givens (R),
Ben Harrison (R),
Leigh Hulsey (R),
Bill Lamb (R),
Arnold Mooney (R),
Phillip Rigsby (R),
Ginny Shaver (R),
Last Action
Pending House Judiciary (on 03/21/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| BillText | https://www.legislature.state.al.us/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2024RS/HB378-int.pdf |
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