Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that requires the disposition of fetal remains resulting from an abortion by cremation or interment.

Highlights:

• Requires that remains resulting from a abortion that occurs in an abortion facility be disposed of by cremation or interment (Sec. 1).

• Authorizes individuals who have an abortion to determine the manner and location of disposition of remains resulting from such abortion (Sec. 1).

• Authorizes abortion facilities to determine the manner and location of disposition in cases where the patient has waived this right (Sec. 1).

• Requires a patient who is carrying more than one fetus to complete one copy of necessary forms for each fetus (Sec. 1).

• Classifies failure to dispose of fetal remains humanely as a first degree misdemeanor (Sec. 1).

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