Illinois SB3921 mandates that women seeking an abortion after 8 weeks of gestation be offered an ultrasound.
Illinois SB3921, known as the Ultrasound Opportunity Act, requires that at any facility performing abortions, a qualified person must offer a woman seeking an abortion after 8 weeks of gestation an opportunity to receive and view an active ultrasound of her unborn child. The offer must be documented, including the date, time, and the woman's response. This requirement aims to ensure women receive complete information about their pregnancy and unborn child before making an abortion decision. The Act does not apply in cases of medical emergencies.
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