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AK HB178
Bill
Status
5/15/2019
Primary Sponsor
David Eastman
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AI Summary
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Defines "child" and "preborn child" as natural persons from the moment of conception, and defines "abortion" as intentional killing of a child before or during birth.
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Declares that the intentional taking of innocent human life before, during, or after birth is not protected by the right to privacy under Alaska Constitution Article I, Section 22.
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Repeals existing abortion statutes (AS 18.16.010 - 18.16.090) and removes the "murder of an unborn child" crime classification from sentencing guidelines.
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Restricts guardians and attorneys-in-fact from consenting to abortion on behalf of minors or wards, except when necessary to preserve life or prevent serious impairment of health.
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Prohibits state agencies from using assets to implement federal requirements that facilitate abortion and authorizes the attorney general to defend state residents prosecuted by federal government for abortion-related violations.
Legislative Description
Criminalize Abortion; Privacy; Courts
Minors
Last Action
DISCHARGE FROM HSS FLD Y9 N25 E2 A3 V1
1/29/2020