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This bill, effective July 1, 2026, prohibits public entities, which include state agencies, local governments, and public educational institutions, from engaging in "taxpayer resource transactions" with abortion providers, abortion assistance entities, and their affiliates. A taxpayer resource transaction is defined broadly as any exchange of value derived from state or local tax revenue, excluding basic public services like police and fire protection. The bill defines "abortion" as ending a pregnancy with an intention other than to preserve the life or health of the fetus or mother, and an "abortion assistance entity" as one that helps procure an abortion by offering financial aid or arranging travel and lodging. It also prohibits public entities from providing logistical support, such as travel or lodging, to facilitate abortions. While the bill includes exceptions for medical emergencies where a mother's life is at risk, it imposes civil penalties, including fines of up to $50,000 per violation for entities, for violations and allows for the recovery of funds. Furthermore, insurance contracts and policies issued or renewed after the effective date will be prohibited from covering elective abortions, with exceptions for medical emergencies or to preserve the life or health of the mother or child.

Health and Social Services

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