The proposed bill establishes a new part within Chapter 760 of the Florida Statutes, titled "Reproductive Health Rights," which includes sections 760.901 to 760.903. It introduces the "Protect Reproductive Options Act" as the short title and defines "reproductive health care" to encompass a range of services aimed at managing pregnancy and reproductive health, including contraception, abortion care, and fertility services. The bill asserts that every individual has a fundamental right to make autonomous decisions regarding their reproductive health and that those who become pregnant have the right to choose whether to continue the pregnancy or obtain an abortion.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes that local governments cannot impose regulations that are more restrictive than the rights outlined in this legislation. It reinforces the principles of individual liberty, personal privacy, and equality as foundational to reproductive freedom. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law.