Illinois HB2617 aims to prevent coercive abuse against pregnant women by prohibiting forced abortions and establishing reporting requirements for.

HB2617, the Coercive Abuse Against Mothers Prevention Act, makes it illegal to coerce or force a pregnant woman to have an abortion. It imposes fines on offenders and allows injured women to sue for damages. Health care professionals must inform women of their rights and report suspected coercion to authorities. Reproductive health care facilities must post notices about the illegality of forced abortions and provide information on available protections. The Act does not create or recognize a right to an abortion but seeks to protect women from coercive abuse.

Illinois HB2617 aims to prevent coercive abuse against pregnant women by prohibiting forced abortions and establishing reporting requirements for.

HB2617, the Coercive Abuse Against Mothers Prevention Act, makes it illegal to coerce or force a pregnant woman to have an abortion. It imposes fines on offenders and allows injured women to sue for damages. Health care professionals must inform women of their rights and report suspected coercion to authorities. Reproductive health care facilities must post notices about the illegality of forced abortions and provide information on available protections. The Act does not create or recognize a right to an abortion but seeks to protect women from coercive abuse.