The bill amends section 390.0111 of the Florida Statutes to prohibit physicians from knowingly performing or inducing a termination of pregnancy if they determine that the fetus is sustainable outside the womb through standard medical measures. This change replaces the previous stipulation regarding gestational age, specifically removing the reference to a gestational age of more than six weeks. The bill outlines exceptions under which a termination may still be performed, including situations where the termination is necessary to save the pregnant woman's life or avert serious physical impairment, as well as cases of fatal fetal abnormalities.

Additionally, the bill revises the exceptions related to pregnancies resulting from rape, incest, or human trafficking, eliminating the requirement for documentation to prove the circumstances of the pregnancy. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025. Overall, the bill significantly alters the legal framework surrounding the termination of pregnancies in Florida, particularly concerning the viability of the fetus and the conditions under which abortions may be performed.

Statutes affected:
H 1139 Filed: 390.0111