This bill introduces a new chapter, Chapter 62, to Title 39 of the Idaho Code, establishing the "Idaho Crisis Pregnancy Center Grant Program." It creates a dedicated fund for grants to crisis pregnancy centers aimed at improving access to pregnancy-related health care services. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms, the scope of grant support, award criteria, and the application process. It mandates that grants be awarded based on the number of clients served by the centers, with a minimum award of $25,000 for centers operating for less than a year. Additionally, it includes provisions to ensure that the Department of Health and Welfare does not interfere with the internal operations of the centers and establishes penalties for providing fraudulent information on grant applications.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 18-622 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to abortions performed in cases of rape or incest. It specifies that for an abortion to not be considered a criminal act, the physician must provide the woman with informed consent materials at least 24 hours prior to the procedure. It also requires that if the woman is a victim of rape or incest, she must report this to law enforcement and provide documentation to the physician. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 18-622