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Culture & Conversation Abortion
This law was last updated on Jul 3, 2018
This law is Anti–Choice
HB 41
Current
Jan 9, 2018
Primary Sponsors: 1
Co-sponsors: 3
Total Sponsors: 4
HB 41 requires the Department of Health to contract with the Florida Pregnancy Care Network for the management and delivery of pregnancy support and wellness services to eligible clients.
The Florida Pregnancy Care Network is described as a “not-for-profit statewide alliance of pregnancy support organizations that provide pregnancy support and wellness services through a comprehensive system of care to women and families.”
The contract requires the network to:
The bill states that such services must be provided in a non-coercive manner and may not include any religious content.
CPCs have come under increased scrutiny over the last several years, as investigations have revealed that centers across the country have provided inaccurate information and neglected to follow proper medical protocols. (Source.)
Related Legislation
Companion bill to SB 444.
STATUS
Passed the house on January 12, 2018, by a 73-29 vote.
Passed the senate on February 8, 2018, by a 21-12 vote.
Signed by Gov. Rick Scott (R) on March 19, 2018.
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