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MO HB2824
MO HB2824Creates provisions relating to emergency contraception for victims of sexual assault
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Creates provisions relating to emergency contraception for victims of sexual assault
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 197 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo) by adding a new section, 197.137, which mandates that all licensed hospitals must offer emergency contraception to any woman who reports being a victim of sexual assault within the preceding five days. Emergency contraception is defined as any drug or device approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that prevents pregnancy after sexual intercourse, and "sexual assault" is defined as it is in section 455.010 of the RSMo. This provision aims to provide immediate medical options for victims of sexual assault to prevent unintended pregnancy.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read Second Time (H) (on 01/08/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2824&year=2026&code=R |
| Analysis - Summary: Introduced | https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2824I.pdf |
| BillText | https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/hlrbillspdf/6358H.01I.pdf |
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