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HB 1437: Final Disposition of Fetal Remains

GENERAL BILL by Barnaby

Final Disposition of Fetal Remains; Requires fetal remains from surgical abortions at abortion clinic to be disposed of by cremation or interment; provides that pregnant woman who has surgical abortion has right to determine final disposition of fetal remains & location for final disposition; provides requirements for abortion clinics; provides immunities from liability; provides penalties; provides prohibitions & requirements for operators of crematory facilities.

Effective Date: 7/1/2021
Last Action: 4/30/2021 House - Died in Professions & Public Health Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF



Bill History

Date Chamber Action
2/26/2021 House • Filed
3/2/2021 House • 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
3/5/2021 House • Referred to Professions & Public Health Subcommittee
• Referred to Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee
• Referred to Health & Human Services Committee
• Now in Professions & Public Health Subcommittee
4/30/2021 House • Died in Professions & Public Health Subcommittee