The bill establishes new requirements for informed consent prior to the procurement or provision of an abortion in Wyoming. It mandates that women receive comprehensive information about the procedure, its risks, and alternatives, ensuring that consent is given voluntarily and without coercion. The legislation also allows for civil actions against abortion providers if a woman is harmed due to negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct, or if informed consent was not properly obtained. The bill defines various terms related to abortion, including "abortion-inducing drug," "coercion," and "elective abortion," and specifies the conditions under which civil liability may arise.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law to clarify that medical malpractice includes violations of the new informed consent provisions. It allows interested parties to seek damages, including a minimum of $25,000 for violations, and establishes a right of intervention for sponsors of the bill in cases challenging its constitutionality. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to all abortions performed or induced after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-39-110
Engrossed: 1-39-110