SB 1346 Summary

• Repeals abortion restrictions: Repeals section 13-3603.02 and multiple sections of state law (36-2156, 36-2157, 36-2158, 36-2159, 36-2162.01, 36-2930.03, 36-3604, and 36-145) that previously restricted or regulated abortion procedures.

• Modifies contraception coverage requirements: Changes definition of "religious employer" in health insurance laws from broader "religiously affiliated employer" standards to narrower definition requiring religious tenets actually prohibit contraceptive use; employers must provide written notice before enrollment.

• Allows pharmacy conscience protections: Permits pharmacies to accommodate employees' religious objections to filling certain prescriptions; requires pharmacies to fill prescriptions or facilitate transfers without delay, and must treat customers with respect.

• Mandates emergency contraception for rape victims: Requires health professionals to inform female rape victims about emergency contraception and provide or prescribe it upon request, with exemption for providers whose religious tenets prohibit contraceptives if they immediately refer to another provider.

• Updates abortion clinic regulations and reporting: Streamlines abortion clinic licensing requirements; modifies reporting requirements for abortion procedures, complications, and demographics; removes specific informed consent form requirements but maintains 24-hour waiting period and disclosure obligations.