Bill
HC 24
Overview: Bill Number: HC 24, Title: Constitution; amend to provide for the right to personal reproductive decisions, Status: Died In Committee, Introduced: January 17, 2025Purpose
Overview: Bill Number: HC 24, Title: Constitution; amend to provide for the right to personal reproductive decisions, Status: Died In Committee, Introduced: January 17, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this constitutional amendment is to enshrine the right to personal reproductive decisions, including the right to abortion, in the state's constitution. The legislation aims to protect and preserve reproductive rights in the face of potential changes to federal law or court rulings.
Key Provisions:
- Amends the state constitution to explicitly recognize and protect the right of individuals to make personal decisions regarding their reproductive health, including the right to have an abortion
- Prohibits the state from enacting laws or regulations that would unduly burden or restrict an individual's ability to exercise their reproductive rights
- Establishes that the right to personal reproductive decisions is a fundamental right under the state constitution, subject to strict judicial scrutiny
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals seeking reproductive healthcare, including abortion services, would be directly impacted by the constitutional protections provided by this amendment
- Healthcare providers offering reproductive services would also be affected, as the amendment would limit the state's ability to impose restrictions on their practices
- The general public and state government would be bound by the constitutional protections established by this amendment
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- This constitutional amendment was introduced in the state legislature but died in committee, meaning it did not advance further in the legislative process.
- No specific timeline or next steps are provided, as the amendment did not progress.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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