Bill > S1077

This bill establishes the Idaho Crisis Pregnancy Center Grant Program and modifies existing abortion regulations. The new program creates a state fund to provide grants to crisis pregnancy centers, which are defined as nonprofit organizations that provide counseling and support services to pregnant women but do not perform or counsel about abortions. Grants will be awarded based on the number of clients served, with a minimum grant of $25,000 for newer centers. Applicants must submit detailed applications by August 1st each year, including information about their service area, client numbers, and intended use of funds. The Department of Health and Welfare will manage the grant process, with notifications sent by October 30th and funds disbursed in November. The bill also amends existing abortion regulations, specifically for cases involving rape or incest, by requiring physicians to provide informed consent materials at least 24 hours before the procedure and mandating that the woman or her guardian report the incident to law enforcement and provide documentation to the physician. Providing false information on a grant application is classified as a misdemeanor, and any fraudulently obtained funds must be returned. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause declaring its immediate necessity.

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https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/S1077/