Bill > HB404

This bill repeals an existing section of Missouri law and enacts two new sections related to abortion. The key provisions are: 1. It requires a 72-hour waiting period and extensive informed consent procedures before an abortion can be performed, including providing the woman with detailed information about the abortion procedure, risks, alternatives, and the possibility of fetal pain. 2. It allows the woman, the father of the unborn child, or certain other parties to bring a civil lawsuit against the abortion provider for actual and punitive damages if the abortion is performed in violation of the law. 3. It allows for injunctive relief to prevent further violations of the law by the abortion provider. 4. It includes provisions to preserve the anonymity of the woman receiving the abortion if she chooses not to have her identity publicly disclosed. Overall, the bill aims to impose additional restrictions and requirements on abortion providers and procedures in Missouri.

Health and Social Services

https://www.house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB404&year=2017&code=R