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HB1472Introduced in the House

CRIM CD-COERCING AN ABORTION

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Introduced by Travis Weaver, District 93

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Creates the offense of coercing an abortion. Provides that a person commits the offense when the person uses force, intimidation, coercive control, threat of force, threat of deprivation of food and shelter, or financial assistance in order to compel a woman to undergo an abortion against her will. Provides that coercing an abortion may occur regardless of whether an abortion procedure has been attempted or completed. Provides that coercing an abortion is a Class 3 felony. Defines "abortion" and "coercive control".

Where it stands

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy

February 21, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Travis Weaver

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy

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