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2005 SESSION
HB 2855 Abortion; contraception not to constitute.
Introduced by: Kristen J. Amundson | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Contraception not to constitute abortion. Provides that contraception is not subject to or governed by the abortion law set forth in Title 18.2. "Contraception" is defined, for all purposes, as the use of any process, device, or method to prevent pregnancy, including steroidal, chemical, physical or barrier, natural or permanent methods for preventing the union of an ovum with the spermatozoon or the subsequent implantation of the fertilized ovum in the uterus.
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HISTORY
- 01/20/05 House: Presented & ordered printed 057171532
- 01/20/05 House: Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- 02/04/05 House: Referred from Courts of Justice (12-Y 6-N)
- 02/04/05 House: Referred to Committee on Health, Welfare and Institutions
- 02/08/05 House: Left in Health, Welfare and Institutions