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MN HF1059

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/23/2009

Primary Sponsor

Gene Pelowski

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Origin

House of Representatives

86th Legislature 2009-2010

AI Summary

  • Prohibits use of state-sponsored health program funding for abortions, with an exception for continued participation in federal programs.

  • Defines "abortion" according to Minnesota Statutes, section 144.343, subdivision 3.

  • Includes a severability clause declaring that if any provision is found unconstitutional, the remainder of the section shall remain effective.

  • Grants the Minnesota Supreme Court original jurisdiction over actions challenging the constitutionality of this section and requires expedited resolution.

Legislative Description

State-sponsored health program funds limited for funding abortions.

Last Action

House: Author added Murdock

4/15/2010

Full Bill Text

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