Why 4/5: It creates new criminal penalties for obstructing access to reproductive health care facilities, directly impacting patient access and provider operations.
This bill establishes new Class 1 misdemeanor penalties for individuals who intentionally obstruct access to or damage reproductive health care facilities. It aims to protect both patients seeking and providers offering reproductive health services from force, threats, or physical interference.
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Senate Conferees: Pekarsky, Surovell, Sturtevant
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Watts, Schmidt, Tata
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (62-Y 35-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB137)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB137ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB137)
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by Senate