The bill amends existing Wyoming law regarding abortion by establishing that no abortion shall be performed after a fetus has reached viability, with specific exceptions. These exceptions include situations where the abortion is necessary to preserve the woman's life or health, or if the pregnancy results from incest or sexual assault. The bill also clarifies that state appropriated funds cannot be used for abortions, except in cases of incest or sexual assault (provided the assault is reported within a specified timeframe) or when the mother's life is at risk if the pregnancy were to continue.
Additionally, the bill repeals certain conflicting provisions in the current law, specifically sections 35-6-102(b) and (c) and 35-6-117(b). The effective date of the act is immediate upon the completion of all necessary legislative processes as outlined in the Wyoming Constitution.
Statutes affected: Introduced: 35-6-102, 35-6-117