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AR HB1887
Bill
Status
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Andy Mayberry
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AI Summary
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Prohibits abortion of an unborn child at 20 or more weeks post-fertilization age, except in medical emergencies or to preserve the pregnant woman's life or health
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Defines "medical emergency" as a condition requiring immediate abortion to avert death or serious risk of substantial and irreversible physical impairment, excluding psychological or emotional conditions
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Requires physicians to determine probable post-fertilization age before performing abortions and mandates reporting to the Department of Health on methods, age determination, and medical justifications
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Establishes criminal penalties of Class D felony for violations and allows civil actions for actual and punitive damages by the pregnant woman, father, or other specified parties
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Declares emergency effective date upon Governor's approval, legislative passage, or veto override to immediately prevent pain-capable abortions in Arkansas
Legislative Description
An Act To Create The Pain-capable Unborn Child Protection Act And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
House Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
4/27/2011