Illinois HB1129 mandates ultrasounds for women seeking abortions after 8 weeks of gestation.

Illinois HB1129, known as the Ultrasound Opportunity Act, requires that any woman seeking an abortion after 8 weeks of gestation be offered an opportunity to view an active ultrasound of her unborn child. This offer must be made by a qualified person at the facility or at a listed local provider before any part of the abortion is performed or any anesthesia or medication is administered. The act defines "qualified person" as someone who has completed a course in ultrasound operation and complies with relevant laws.

Illinois HB1129 mandates ultrasounds for women seeking abortions after 8 weeks of gestation.

Illinois HB1129, known as the Ultrasound Opportunity Act, requires that any woman seeking an abortion after 8 weeks of gestation be offered an opportunity to view an active ultrasound of her unborn child. This offer must be made by a qualified person at the facility or at a listed local provider before any part of the abortion is performed or any anesthesia or medication is administered. The act defines "qualified person" as someone who has completed a course in ultrasound operation and complies with relevant laws.