H 1793
An Act relative to fetal homicide
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1793, aimed to establish a legal definition of fetal homicide and create a crime for causing the death of a fetus. It sought to provide legal recourse for victims of crimes where a fetus was harmed or killed. The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently failed to pass.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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