The Oklahoma Right to Life Act establishes new regulations regarding abortion in the state of Oklahoma. It defines "abortion" as the intentional termination of a pregnancy through various means, excluding actions taken to preserve the life or health of the unborn person after live birth or to remove a deceased unborn person due to miscarriage or trauma. The Act prohibits individuals from performing or assisting in abortions and mandates that healthcare providers must deliver the unborn person if a medical condition threatens the life of the pregnant woman. Providers who make reasonable efforts to ensure the life of both the pregnant woman and the unborn person are granted immunity from prosecution and civil liability, except in cases of gross negligence.
Additionally, the Act stipulates that any person found guilty of violating the abortion prohibition will be charged with first-degree murder. It clarifies that the sale and use of contraceptives are not restricted, provided they are administered before pregnancy can be confirmed. The Act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, as an emergency measure for public health and safety.