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WV SB51
Bill
AI Summary
- Removes the existing exceptions that allow abortions in cases of rape or incest under West Virginia's Unborn Child Protection Act
- Currently, adult victims of rape or incest may obtain an abortion within the first 8 weeks of pregnancy after reporting to law enforcement
- Currently, minors or incapacitated adults who are rape or incest victims may obtain an abortion within the first 14 weeks of pregnancy after reporting to law enforcement or receiving medical treatment
- The bill would leave only three permitted exceptions for abortion: nonviable embryo/fetus, ectopic pregnancy, or medical emergency
- Bill was withdrawn by the lead sponsor (Senator Taylor)
Legislative Description
CLERK'S NOTE: Bill withdrawn by lead sponsor
Health
Last Action
Bill withdrawn by lead sponsor
2/19/2025
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Resources2/12/2025
Full Bill Text
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