Senate Bill 3, also known as House Bill 14, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the definition of "abortion." The bill specifically modifies Section 39-15-213 by deleting the semicolon at the end of subdivision (a)(1) and replacing it with a period. This change clarifies that "abortion" does not include the use of contraceptives, which encompasses any device, medication, biological product, or procedure intended for pregnancy prevention or other health needs. Additionally, the bill specifies that the disposal of unimplanted embryos resulting from fertility treatments is also excluded from the definition of abortion.

The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of the changes made to the existing legal framework surrounding abortion and reproductive health in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-15-213