abortion; repeals
SB 1553 repeals four existing Arizona laws that previously restricted abortion access and amends Section 15-115.01 to prohibit abortions at public educational institutions (including public colleges, universities, school districts, charter schools, and specialized schools) except when necessary to save the pregnant person's life. This bill directly affects all public educational facilities in Arizona by banning abortion services on their premises under most circumstances. The key provision establishes a clear exception only for life-threatening medical emergencies, aligning with existing definitions of "medical emergency" from Arizona law. The bill does not change abortion access outside of these public educational settings.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025
Last action Feb 11, 2025
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
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Party
State
District
P
Analise Ortiz
DDemocratic
Co
Anna Abeytia
DDemocratic
Co
Sarah Liguori
DDemocratic
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