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MS SB3214

Bill

Status

Passed

5/24/2010

Primary Sponsor

Billy Hewes

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits qualified health plans offered through health care exchanges in Mississippi from providing coverage for elective abortions using federal funds.

  • Permits abortion coverage only when the mother's life is endangered by a physical disorder, illness, or injury (including pregnancy-related conditions) or when pregnancy results from rape or incest.

  • Requires physicians to maintain medical documentation supporting medical necessity for abortions that fall under the permitted exceptions.

  • Implements Mississippi's opt-out authority under Section 1303 of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

Legislative Description

Health care exchange plans; prohibit use of federal funds to pay for elective abortions in Mississippi.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

5/24/2010

Full Bill Text

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