Born alive infant provisions modifications

Minnesota Senate Bill 461 (SF461) was introduced in January 2025 by Senator Paul Utke and co-sponsored by Senator Warren Limmer. The bill aimed to modify existing provisions related to infants born alive after an attempted abortion. Specifically, it sought to require healthcare providers to offer medical care to such infants and to report these cases to the Department of Health. The bill was referred to the Senate Health and Human Services Committee but did not progress further and was not passed. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MN/bill/SF461/2025?utm_source=openai))

While there was limited media coverage on SF461, similar legislative efforts in other states have been met with support from pro-life organizations, emphasizing the importance of protecting infants born alive after an abortion attempt. These groups argue that such measures are essential to ensure that all infants receive appropriate medical care and are not left to die.

Opponents of SF461, including pro-choice advocates, have expressed concerns that such legislation could interfere with medical practices and the doctor-patient relationship. They argue that the bill could lead to unnecessary medical interventions and may not be based on actual medical necessity, potentially imposing additional burdens on healthcare providers.