LD1930

An Act Regarding Acts of Violence Committed Against a Pregnant Woman

Failed·6/10/25
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Maine LD1930 would include unborn children in the definition of "person" or "human being" for certain criminal provisions.

Maine LD1930 amends the Maine Criminal Code to include unborn children in the definition of "person" or "human being" for certain provisions, including those governing murder, manslaughter, and assault. Exceptions are made for acts committed by the mother of the unborn child, lawful medical procedures performed by licensed professionals, and the lawful dispensation of prescribed medication. This change would apply to all stages of gestation from conception until live birth.

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Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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14 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

May 28, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

May 19, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report ACCEPTED in concurrence. PREVAILED

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 431 Yeas 20 - Nays 14 - Excused 1 - Absent 0