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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS32246 / S1077
This bill creates a new grant program to help support the state's approximately 18 crisis pregnancy centers
spread across Idaho. With 
abortion
no longer generally available in Idaho, it is imperative that we provide as
abortion no longer generally available in Idaho, it is imperative that we provide as
much support and practical aid to women facing difficult pregnancies as possible. This grant program would
enable pregnancy centers to expand their community outreach quickly through things like media campaigns,
or staff hiring to meet a growing demand. The initiatives undertaken by each applicant would be up to the
pregnancy center itself, based upon its assessment of community needs. The legislation envisions a program
which poses a minimal burden on pregnancy centers, thereby enabling them to continue their primary focus of
serving Idaho's mothers and their families. The state of Idaho is prohibited from interfering with the internal
policies and missions of pregnancy centers as a condition of the grants, as most pregnancy centers in Idaho are
faith based. In addition, the legislation makes it clear that physicians performing abortions in the very rare cases
of pregnancy resulting for rape and incest are bound by Idaho's existing Informed Consent Law, which requires
information about the baby's development and alternatives available such as adoption. Women considering
FISCAL NOTE
Printing of the informed consent material: $15,000 ongoing from the general fund Photo Licensing for informed
consent material: $10,000 every 5 years from the general fund This legislation requires an ongoing grant
appropriation of $1,000,000 from general fund Year one fiscal impact: $1,025,000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note
Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/07/2025, 11:26 AM