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GA SB565
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2024
Primary Sponsor
Elena Parent
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AI Summary
- Human eggs and human embryos existing outside of a uterus shall not be considered an unborn child, a minor child, a natural person, or any other term connoting a human being for any purpose under Georgia state law
- Defines "human egg" as the female reproductive cell and "human embryo" as a fertilized ovum from the single-cell stage to eight-week development
- Amends Chapter 1 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated by adding new Code section 31-1-41
- Applies notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, effectively overriding existing statutes that may classify embryos as persons
- Takes effect immediately upon the Governor's approval or upon becoming law without such approval
Legislative Description
Health; human egg or human embryo is not considered an unborn child, a minor child, or a person for any purpose under law; provide
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
2/29/2024
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services2/29/2024
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