Plain English Breakdown
The official source material does not provide additional details on the consequences of needing an abortion to save a pregnant woman's life beyond allowing such funding.
Stopping Government Money for Abortions
This bill stops Indiana government money from being used for abortion costs, except when it is needed to save a pregnant woman's life.
What This Bill Does
- Prohibits Indiana governmental entities from using their funds to pay for abortions or related travel expenses unless the abortion is necessary to preserve the life of the pregnant woman.
- Allows Indiana governmental entities to provide group health insurance that covers abortions if required by law.
Who It Names or Affects
- Indiana governmental entities
- People who receive services from Indiana governmental entities
Terms To Know
- Governmental entity
- A part of the government, like a state agency or department.
- Fund
- Money set aside for specific purposes by the government.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill only applies to Indiana governmental entities and their funds, not private organizations or individuals.
- It does not specify what happens if an abortion is needed to save someone's life beyond allowing such funding.