The bill amends sections 390.0111 and 390.01112 of the Florida Statutes, revising the criteria for the termination of pregnancies during viability. It specifies that a physician may only perform or induce a termination of pregnancy if it is determined to be viable, as outlined in section 390.01112. The previous stipulation that a termination could not occur if the gestational age of the fetus is more than six weeks has been removed. Instead, the bill introduces new language that allows for terminations during viability under certain conditions, such as to save the pregnant woman's life or if the fetus has a fatal abnormality.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that no termination may be performed if the fetus has achieved viability unless specific medical certifications are met. The language has been updated to reflect that a termination may not be performed if the physician determines viability, unless two physicians certify that it is necessary to save the woman's life or if the fetus has a fatal abnormality. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 741 Filed: 390.0111