The bill aims to provide civil and criminal immunity for any damage or death of an embryo that occurs during in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures. Specifically, it states that no legal action, suit, or criminal prosecution can be initiated against any individual or entity involved in providing or receiving goods or services related to IVF for such damages. This provision overrides any existing laws, including those outlined in Chapter 5 of Title 6 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which may allow for such actions.
Additionally, the bill includes a retroactive clause, meaning that the immunity applies to any relevant actions or omissions that occurred prior to the bill's effective date, as long as they are not already subject to litigation. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.