This bill proposes significant updates to current statutes regarding partial-birth abortions. It introduces a new requirement for individuals employed by, contracted with, or volunteering in medical facilities to report any knowledge of a partial-birth abortion to the county attorney, including identifying information about the physician and facility involved. Failure to report would be classified as a class 2 misdemeanor. Additionally, the bill eliminates the previous exception that allowed for partial-birth abortions in cases where the mother's life was at risk, asserting that modern medical advancements have rendered such procedures unnecessary.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes accountability among all medical personnel, not just the performing physician, mandating that anyone with direct knowledge of a partial-birth abortion must report it to law enforcement. It also asserts that women should not be exempt from civil or criminal liability concerning partial-birth abortions, arguing that the gravity of the procedure necessitates a legal framework that acknowledges the deliberate killing of a partially delivered child. These changes aim to enhance legal accountability and redefine the implications surrounding partial-birth abortions.

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Introduced Version: 13-3603.01