Indiana SB1 Senate Testimony, 2022-07-26
Channel: Zachary Baiel
Date: 2022-07-27

Indiana Senate Testimony
SB1
2022-07-26
July 26th, 2022

http://iga.in.gov/legislative/2022ss1/bills/senate/1

Abstract of SB1:  Abortion. Prohibits abortion unless: (1) the abortion is necessary to prevent a substantial permanent impairment of the life of the mother; or (2) the pregnancy was the result of rape or incest. Specifies other requirements for performing an abortion. Prohibits an abortion clinic from performing a surgical abortion. Defines "abortion", "pregnancy", "rape or incest", and "fetus". Provides a defense for a pregnant mother charged with a criminal offense for terminating or seeking the termination of her pregnancy. Specifies that a person who terminates the pregnancy of a pregnant woman upon her request may only be charged with certain crimes. Exempts from the crime of feticide: (1) the pregnant mother; (2) a person who provides medical treatment in good faith to a pregnant woman that results in the accidental or unintentional termination of the pregnancy; and (3) a physician who performs a medical procedure to terminate the pregnancy upon request of the pregnant woman. Repeals obsolete provisions and makes conforming amendments.