HF1580 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Changes to born alive infant provisions made.
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes amendments to Minnesota Statutes regarding the care and legal recognition of infants who are born alive as a result of an abortion. It seeks to ensure that such infants are fully recognized as human persons and receive immediate legal protection. The bill mandates that responsible medical personnel take all reasonable measures, in accordance with good medical practice, to preserve the life and health of these infants, including maintaining appropriate medical records.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Health Finance and Policy |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Health Finance and Policy |
| March 02, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Includes a mandate for comprehensive medical records."
],
"removed": [
""
],
"summary": "This bill modifies the recognition and medical care requirements for infants born alive as a result of an abortion under section 145.423, subdivision 1.",
"modified": [
"Enhances protective measures for infants born alive in medical settings."
]
},
"citation": "145.423",
"subdivision": "subdivision 1"
}
]