The proposed bill, known as the "Abolish Abortion Kansas Act," seeks to criminalize all abortions in the state of Kansas, making them subject to prosecution under a new legal framework referred to as "Alexa's law." The bill amends K.S.A. 21-5419 to redefine key terms related to abortion and unborn children, removing previous definitions and exceptions that allowed for certain medical procedures, including abortions, to be exempt from wrongful death claims. Specifically, it eliminates the provision that permitted the unintentional death of an unborn child due to lawful medical procedures, thereby holding all abortions accountable under the law.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 60-1901 to clarify that wrongful death actions can be maintained for the death of an unborn child, while also removing exceptions for deaths resulting from medical procedures or the actions of the mother. The amendments will only apply prospectively, meaning they will not affect any conduct that occurred before July 1, 2026. The bill ultimately aims to ensure that unborn children are afforded the same legal protections as born individuals, reinforcing the belief that life begins at fertilization and should be protected under the law.

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