HB 4368
Children: protection; reporting death of a newborn after surrender to a newborn safety device; expand. Amends sec. 2843 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2843).
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Bill overview
This bill expands reporting requirements for the death of a newborn, particularly those surrendered to emergency services or newborn safety devices. It clarifies that a funeral director must report the death of an infant born alive following an attempted abortion who was surrendered, and ensures that identifying information about the infant and their parents is not included in the death record. The bill updates existing procedures to align with the Safe Delivery of Newborns Law.
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Cameron Cavitt
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