Texas HB257 modifies abortion laws by creating exceptions and repealing certain prohibitions.

Texas HB257 amends the Health and Safety Code to create exceptions to abortion prohibitions. It specifies that no criminal, civil, or administrative penalties can be imposed on a pregnant patient. Exceptions include cases where an abortion is necessary to prevent a life-threatening condition or serious impairment of a major bodily function. The bill also repeals certain sections and clarifies that medical review cannot override a physician's and patient's decision to perform an abortion under these exceptions.

Texas HB257 modifies abortion laws by creating exceptions and repealing certain prohibitions.

Texas HB257 amends the Health and Safety Code to create exceptions to abortion prohibitions. It specifies that no criminal, civil, or administrative penalties can be imposed on a pregnant patient. Exceptions include cases where an abortion is necessary to prevent a life-threatening condition or serious impairment of a major bodily function. The bill also repeals certain sections and clarifies that medical review cannot override a physician's and patient's decision to perform an abortion under these exceptions.