Coercion of a pregnant minor female into seeking or obtaining an abortion prohibition, human trafficking of minors screening and reporting provision, certain information displayed requirement provision, and wrongful death resulting from an abortion additional action provision
This bill makes it a felony to force or coerce a pregnant girl under 18 into seeking or obtaining an abortion, defining coercion as a broad range of actions including threats, financial pressure, or exploiting vulnerabilities. It also requires hospitals and clinics to screen patients for signs of human trafficking involving minors and mandates that certain information be displayed at abortion facilities. Additionally, the law creates a new legal cause of action for wrongful death resulting from an abortion and directs the state health commissioner to create rules implementing these measures. The legislation directly affects healthcare providers, law enforcement, and families by establishing stricter penalties and reporting requirements related to minors and reproductive health.
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1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 20, 2026
Last action Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 20, 2026
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Referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Apr 20, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carla Nelson
RRepublican
Co
Jim Abeler
RRepublican
Co
Karin Housley
RRepublican
Co
Keri Heintzeman
RRepublican
Co
Zach Duckworth
RRepublican
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