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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require physicians to obtain written informed consent prior to performing abortions. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Laura's Law" or the "Woman's Right to Know Act," amends Section 12S of Chapter 112 of the Massachusetts General Laws. It requires physicians to obtain written informed consent from pregnant women before performing abortions, unless it would cause the woman's death or substantial and irreversible impairment of a major bodily function in a medical emergency. The bill mandates that at least 24 hours before the scheduled abortion, the physician or their agent must provide the woman with information about her rights, available assistance and services, fetal development, and the risks and alternatives associated with the abortion procedure. The woman has the right to view an ultrasound image and hear the fetal heartbeat before providing written consent for the abortion.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Peter Durant (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Kevin Kuros (R),
James Lyons (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Angelo Scaccia (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H936 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H936.pdf |
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