This bill mandates the collection and reporting of specific abortion statistics by health care providers and medical facilities, as well as the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The new legal language replaces a provision in the fetal life protection act that previously stated nothing in the subdivision should be interpreted as creating or recognizing a right to abortion. Under the new requirements, health care providers must report details such as the date and county of the abortion, the age group of the patient, their residency status, the method used, and the estimated gestational age. The medical facilities are then responsible for aggregating this data and transmitting it to the DHHS, which will compile annual reports on maternal health and abortion trends while ensuring patient confidentiality.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the DHHS will adopt rules regarding the data collection process, including the format and frequency of reporting, as well as confidentiality measures. Medical facilities that fail to comply with these reporting requirements may face administrative fines. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, and while it does not provide funding or authorize new positions, it is estimated to incur significant costs for the establishment of a reporting system, which the DHHS indicates would require reallocation of existing resources.