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MD HB1401
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Susan McComas
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AI Summary
- Qualified providers must inform patients of the nature of the proposed abortion procedure and potential risks before performing it
- Required risk disclosures include depression, infection, hemorrhage, breast cancer, danger to subsequent pregnancies, infertility, and regret
- Providers must obtain signed, written informed consent from the patient prior to the procedure
- A copy of the signed informed consent must be placed in the patient's medical record
- Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Public Health - Abortion - Informed Consent
Records
Last Action
Hearing 3/19 at 1:00 p.m.
2/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Health2/13/2026
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