LD 263 would ensure access to sexual and reproductive healthcare, including abortion care, remains available in the event of a hospital merger.

Historically, reproductive healthcare has declined in cases when mergers involved organizations with religious affiliations.


BILL MOVEMENT:

  • Bill introduced: 1/26/23
  • Referred to Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services: 1/31/23
  • Public Hearing in Committee: 5/1/23
  • Work Session and Vote in Committee: Scheduled for 5/10/23

  • Passed House of Representatives: N/A
  • Passed Senate: N/A
  • Action by Governor: N/A

Sponsors

Representative Melanie F. Sachs

Status

Active

Session

The First Regular Session of the 131st Maine Legislature

Bill number

Position

Support