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SB 139

Repeals the crime of terminating a pregnancy through performing certain acts under certain circumstances. (BDR 15-744)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rochelle Nguyen

Nevada bill repealing criminal penalties for terminating pregnancy; did not advance past initial committee review before legislative deadline.

(Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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Bill Summary · SB 139

Legislative bill overview

SB 139 would repeal Nevada's criminal penalties for terminating a pregnancy through specified acts under certain circumstances. The bill appears designed to decriminalize abortion by removing statutory language that treats pregnancy termination as a criminal offense. The measure did not advance beyond initial committee referral before legislative deadlines ended further action.

Why is this important

Nevada's criminal code currently contains provisions criminalizing abortion under certain conditions. Repealing these provisions would fundamentally change the legal status of abortion in the state, potentially allowing abortion access without criminal liability for patients or providers. This reflects ongoing national debate over abortion legality following the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision returning abortion regulation to individual states.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of decriminalization: The bill's specific language about "certain circumstances" is unclear from the summary—whether it applies to all pregnancies or only early-term pregnancies would significantly affect stakeholder positions
  • Provider liability: Whether healthcare providers, clinic staff, and medication suppliers would face criminal exposure remains a key dividing point between reproductive rights advocates and abortion restrictions supporters
  • Conflict with potential federal restrictions: Any state decriminalization could face tension with potential federal abortion bans or requirements passed by Congress

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

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