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Texas House Bill HB138

Texas 2017 - 85th 1st C.S.

Texas House Bill HB138

Caption

Relating to partial-birth abortions and dismemberment abortions; increasing a criminal penalty.

Impact

This bill's implementation will directly impact the provisions of the Health and Safety Code, specifically relating to the classification of criminal offenses surrounding abortion practices. The increase in penalties signifies a legislative intent to deter these types of procedures. Legal practitioners and healthcare providers may need to adjust their practices and compliance measures as a result of the raised stakes associated with these criminal charges.

Summary

House Bill 138 addresses the regulations surrounding partial-birth abortions and dismemberment abortions, specifically increasing the criminal penalties associated with such procedures. Under the proposed amendments, individuals found in violation of Section 171.102 of the Health and Safety Code will be subjected to a higher penalty classification. The changes aim to strengthen the enforcement of existing abortion laws and indicate a shift towards more stringent regulations on abortion procedures in Texas.

Contention

The discussions and implications surrounding HB138 may raise ethical and political controversies. Supporters likely argue that the bill aligns with pro-life advocacy efforts, emphasizing protection for unborn children. Conversely, opponents may claim that the increased penalties infringe on women's rights and bodily autonomy. The bill opens the floor for potential legal challenges and could prompt significant public discourse on reproductive rights in Texas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2330

Relating to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB4759

Relating to an attack by a dangerous dog; increasing criminal penalties.

TX SB645

Relating to the designation of fentanyl poisoning for purposes of the death certificate and to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB6

Relating to the designation of fentanyl poisoning or fentanyl toxicity for purposes of the death certificate and to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX SB465

Relating to certain criminal conduct involving a catalytic converter; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.

TX HB3578

Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for delivery of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1-B to a child.

TX HB4598

Relating to catalytic converters, including criminal conduct involving catalytic converters; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a fee.

TX SB224

Relating to catalytic converters, including criminal conduct involving catalytic converters; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a fee.

TX HB52

Relating to the penalty for the offense of illegal voting; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB1243

Relating to the penalty for the offense of illegal voting; increasing a criminal penalty.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.