The bill establishes regulations for surgical abortion facilities in Wyoming, requiring them to be licensed as ambulatory surgical centers. It defines key terms related to abortion, including "surgical abortion" and "surgical abortion facility," and mandates that any facility performing surgical abortions must comply with specific operational rules set by the Department of Health. Licensed physicians performing surgical abortions must report their activities and maintain admitting privileges at a nearby hospital. Violations of these regulations can result in criminal penalties, including misdemeanors and felonies, depending on the nature of the offense.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not create an individual right to abortion and does not recognize abortion as a lawful health care decision under the Wyoming Constitution. It includes a provision that if any part of this article conflicts with the Life is a Human Right Act or other specified laws, those laws will take precedence. The Department of Health is tasked with creating necessary rules for the implementation of this act, which takes effect immediately upon completion of legislative procedures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 35-2-901