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LC 2175

Generally revise abortion laws

2025 Regular Session

Montana bill to revise abortion laws died in draft process without advancing to formal introduction or public legislative consideration.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 2175

Legislative bill overview

LC 2175 is a Montana bill that would comprehensively revise the state's abortion laws. While the specific provisions are not publicly detailed due to its draft status, the bill underwent revision from November 2024 through May 2025 before dying in the legislative process without being formally introduced.

Why is this important

Montana's abortion policy significantly affects reproductive healthcare access for residents and shapes the state's position within the broader national abortion debate. Any comprehensive revision would impact medical providers, pregnant individuals, and healthcare facilities across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of restrictions or protections: Depending on the bill's direction, it could either expand or limit abortion access, creating opposition from reproductive rights advocates or restrictions supporters
  • Exceptions and circumstances: Defining which situations permit abortion (health of mother, fetal viability, rape/incest) typically generates significant disagreement
  • Enforcement mechanisms: How violations are penalized—whether targeting providers, patients, or both—remains a divisive policy question
  • Healthcare provider compliance: Requirements that may conflict with medical ethics standards or create liability concerns for clinics and doctors

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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