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WY HB0126

Bill

Status

Passed

3/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chip Neiman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Budget Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits abortion procedures when a detectable fetal heartbeat is present, with exceptions for medical emergencies that threaten the woman's life or pose serious risk of substantial and irreversible impairment of a major bodily function

  • Requires physicians to determine whether a fetal heartbeat exists using standard medical equipment, including ultrasound, before performing any pregnancy termination

  • Establishes felony penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment and/or $10,000 fine for violations, plus mandatory revocation of professional licenses for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and physician assistants

  • Creates a backup regulatory framework (Article 5) that takes effect only if courts enjoin or invalidate the heartbeat provisions, restoring pre-Dobbs abortion regulations including viability restrictions and parental consent requirements for minors

  • Requires 48-hour written parental notification and consent for abortions on minors under 18, with judicial bypass available through juvenile court if the minor demonstrates sufficient maturity or that abortion is in her best interest

Legislative Description

Human heartbeat act.

Last Action

Assigned Chapter Number 81

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor, Health & Social Services2/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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