HB2009: Prohibiting abortion procedures except when necessary to save the life of the pregnant woman and providing a private cause of action for civil enforcement of such prohibition.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill would ban most abortions in Kansas, allowing them only if necessary to save a woman's life. It also allows individuals to sue healthcare providers who perform illegal abortions.

Who This Affects

Women and families in Kansas seeking reproductive healthcare services would be affected by this bill. Specifically, those experiencing medical emergencies or facing unintended pregnancies could be impacted.

Key Provisions

• Prohibits most abortions except when necessary to save a woman's life • Allows individuals to sue healthcare providers who perform illegal abortions • Does not specify penalties for violations or exceptions for certain circumstances

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Timeline

Introduced

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Last Action

House Withdrawn from Committee on Interstate Cooperation; Rereferred to Committee on Health and Human Services

Mar 16, 2026

HB2009: Prohibiting abortion procedures except when necessary to save the life of the pregnant woman and providing a private cause of action for civil enforcement of such prohibition.

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