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TN HB0014
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Harold Love
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AI Summary
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Amends Tennessee Code Section 39-15-213 to clarify that "abortion" does not include the use of contraceptives, including any device, medication, biological product, or procedure intended for pregnancy prevention or other health needs
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Excludes from the definition of "abortion" the disposal of unimplanted embryos resulting from fertility treatments, including related healthcare services, procedures, testing, medications, and products
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Protects in vitro fertilization (IVF) practices and fertility treatment providers from potential prosecution under state abortion laws
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law under the public welfare clause
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 37; Title 39; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to abortion.
Abortion
Last Action
Failed in s/c Population Health Subcommittee of Health Committee
3/18/2025