Study of abortion complications and abortion pill side effects
Impact
HJ33 aims to explore several critical aspects of abortion, including its impact on a woman’s future fertility, short-term and long-term physical health outcomes, and mental health ramifications such as emotional trauma and suicidal tendencies. By investigating both procedural and medication-induced abortions, the resolution intends to gather comprehensive data that could serve as a reference for future legislative actions or health policy decisions regarding abortion in Montana.
Summary
House Joint Resolution 33 (HJ33) is a legislative proposal introduced in the 68th Legislature of Montana, which seeks to conduct an interim study on the complications related to abortion. The resolution emerges from concerns highlighted in the Montana Vital Statistics Report, which recorded 1,498 abortions in the state during 2020. It emphasizes the importance of understanding both the physical and mental health complications that women may face following an abortion and requests that the Legislative Council assign an appropriate committee to oversee the study.
Contention
The introduction of HJ33 may ignite debates around reproductive rights and access to abortion services in the state. Proponents of the resolution may argue that the study is necessary to ensure that women are fully informed about potential risks associated with abortion. However, opponents may consider the resolution as an attempt to restrict access to abortion by imposing undue focus on potential complications, which could contribute to stigma and misinformation surrounding the procedure.
Abortions, sex-selective abortions, genetic abnormality abortions, human dismemberment abortions, and abortions after a detectable heartbeat; to provide a penalty; and to declare an emergency.