H 2428
An Act protecting the health of the mother and a born alive fetus after the second trimester
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure the health care needs of mothers and any born-alive fetuses after the second trimester are addressed. It seeks to improve access to and quality of care during this vulnerable period. The bill intends to support maternal health outcomes and, if a fetus is born alive, provide appropriate medical attention. It does not directly regulate abortion procedures.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for maternal and fetal care after the second trimester.
- Supports access to necessary medical care for both the mother and any born-alive fetus.
- Promotes coordination of care between healthcare providers.
- Establishes a process for reporting and tracking maternal and fetal health outcomes.
Who is affected
- Pregnant women
- Healthcare providers
- The Department of Public Health
- Maternal and fetal health services
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on post-second trimester care, expanding existing maternal health initiatives.
- It includes provisions for born-alive fetuses, which is a relatively new consideration in state legislation.
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsors
Colleen M. Garry
John R. Gaskey
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Bill H.2428 194th (Current)
An Act protecting the health of the mother and a born alive fetus after the second trimester
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2428) of Colleen M. Garry relative to the health of mothers and born alive fetuses after the second trimester. Public Health.
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Presenter: Colleen M. Garry
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2428
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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