Virginia

The Virginia legislature's regular session runs from January 14, 2009 to March 01, 2009. Bills that have not been enacted by the end of this legislative session will not carry over to next year.

Anti-Choice Legislation Anti-Choice License Plates Mandatory Ultrasound - Anti-Choice Separate Legal Status for Embryos and Fetuses

Pro-Choice Legislation No pending legislation.

Anti-Choice Legislation Anti-Choice License Plates Bill Number: VA  S  817 Summary: Establishes "Choose Life" license plates; allocates funding for anti-choice clinics that do not offer a full range of reproductive options. Sponsor: Stuart (R) Introduced: 01/14/2009 Last Action: Enacted with Governor's Signature Last Action Date: 03/30/2009 Bill Number: VA  S  801 Summary: Establishes "Choose Life" license plates; allocates funding for anti-choice agencies that do not offer a full range of reproductive options. Sponsor: Cuccinelli (R) Introduced: 01/14/2009 Last Action: Introduced Mandatory Ultrasound - Anti-Choice Bill Number: VA  H  2579 Summary: Requires a woman to undergo an ultrasound even if not medically necessary. Requires abortion providers obtain costly ultrasound equipment, even if not medically necessary for patient care. Sponsor: Byron (R) Introduced: 01/21/2009 Last Action: Passed House Last Action Date: 02/10/2009 Separate Legal Status for Embryos and Fetuses Bill Number: VA  H  1639 Summary: Amends state constitution to establish that life begins at the moment of fertilization and the state has a compelling interest in protecting unborn life. Sponsor: Marshall R (R) Introduced: 01/14/2009 Last Action: Introduced

Pro-Choice Legislation No pending legislation

This information was last updated on 10/28/2009

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