The "Abolish Abortion Kansas Act" seeks to criminalize all abortions in the state of Kansas, making them subject to prosecution under Alexa's law. The bill amends existing statutes, specifically K.S.A. 21-5206 and K.S.A. 21-5419, to remove exceptions that previously allowed for wrongful death claims in cases where an unborn child dies due to an abortion. It redefines terms such as "abortion" and "unborn child," asserting that life begins at fertilization and that unborn children should be afforded the same legal protections as born individuals. The act also emphasizes that pregnant women should be protected from coercion to abort and repeals provisions that would allow others to assist in procuring an abortion.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that the amendments will only apply prospectively, meaning they will not affect actions taken before July 1, 2025. It repeals the existing sections of K.S.A. 21-5206, 21-5419, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-1901, thereby establishing a new legal framework that prioritizes the rights of unborn children and aligns with the bill's intent to abolish abortion in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5206, 21-5419, 60-1901