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Dignity for Aborted Children Act: New Rules for Fetal Remains

This act introduces new rules for handling fetal remains after an abortion. Patients will have the choice to take possession of the remains themselves or release them to the provider, who will then be obligated to arrange for their interment or cremation. The goal is to ensure dignified treatment of fetal remains.
Key points
Patients undergoing abortion must be offered options for fetal tissue disposal: taking possession or releasing to the provider.
Abortion providers receiving fetal tissue must ensure its interment or cremation within 7 days, consistent with state law.
Failure to comply with these rules by providers can result in significant fines or imprisonment.
The act mandates annual reports from abortion providers and the Secretary regarding abortion numbers and disposal methods.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_242
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2025-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dignity for Aborted Children Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_242.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Patients undergoing abortion must be offered options for fetal tissue disposal: taking possession or releasing to the provider.
  • Abortion providers receiving fetal tissue must ensure its interment or cremation within 7 days, consistent with state law.
  • Failure to comply with these rules by providers can result in significant fines or imprisonment.
  • The act mandates annual reports from abortion providers and the Secretary regarding abortion numbers and disposal methods.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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