The proposed bill, known as the "Wyoming Pregnancy Center Autonomy and Rights of Expression (CARE) Act," aims to protect pregnancy centers from governmental oversight or regulation based on their anti-abortion stance. It establishes that the state and specified governmental entities cannot adopt laws, rules, or policies that target these centers, ensuring they are not required to provide or refer for abortions, abortion-inducing drugs, or contraception. The bill also outlines the definitions of key terms such as "abortion," "pregnancy center," and "abortion-inducing drug," and emphasizes the significant role pregnancy centers play in supporting women and families facing unexpected pregnancies.

Additionally, the bill provides legal remedies for pregnancy centers or individuals aggrieved by violations, allowing them to seek civil action for damages, with potential recovery of three times the actual damages sustained, along with attorney fees. It also includes a provision for legislative members to intervene in cases challenging the act's constitutionality. The bill amends existing law to include new sections related to pregnancy centers and establishes an effective date of July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-39-104