SB404 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Larry MeansMayor

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Abortion prohibited except to preserve the life of a pregnant woman, or when rape or incest occurrs, penalties, const. amend.

Summary

SB404 would add a constitutional ban on abortion in Alabama, allowed only in extreme medical emergencies where the mother's life is at risk or in cases of rape or incest, with a Class B felony penalty for others who cause or participate in an abortion.

What This Bill Does

It would modify the Alabama Constitution to prohibit abortion except in two extreme cases: when the pregnancy threatens the mother's life or in cases of rape or incest. It would make any person other than the mother who causes or participates in an abortion a Class B felony. It requires a statewide election to approve the amendment, with specific ballot language and description for voters.

Who It Affects

• Pregnant individuals seeking abortions would face a broad ban, with limited exceptions only for life-threatening situations or rape/incest.
• Abortion providers and other participants who help perform or facilitate an abortion would be subject to a Class B felony penalty if they are not the mother.

Key Provisions

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit abortion except in extreme cases where the mother's life is at risk or in cases of rape or incest.
• Any person other than the mother who causes or participates in an abortion shall be guilty of a Class B felony.
• An election will be held to approve or reject the amendment, with ballot language provided to voters.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Constitutional Amendments