Maryland Ultrasound Opportunity Bill (SB 726)

This law was last updated on Aug 28, 2015

State

Maryland

Number

SB 726

Status

Failed to Pass

Proposed

Feb 1, 2013

Topics

Forced Ultrasound, Informed Consent

Full Bill Text

mgaleg.maryland.gov

SB 726 would require physicians that perform ultrasounds before the performance or inducement of an abortion to allow the pregnant woman an “opportunity” to view the ultrasound. The ultrasound viewing would come at no financial cost to the pregnant woman.