Iowa Code Chapter 146 — Abortions — Refusal to Perform

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Liability of persons relating to performance of abortions

An individual who may lawfully perform, assist, or participate in medical procedures which will result in an abortion shall not be required against that individual’s religious beliefs or moral convictions to perform, assist, or participate in such procedures. A person shall not discriminate against any individual in an…

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Iowa Code § 146.2

Liability of hospitals refusing to perform abortions

A hospital, which is not controlled, maintained and supported by a public authority, shall not be required to permit the performance of an abortion. The refusal to permit such procedures shall not be grounds for civil liability to any person nor a basis for any disciplinary or other recriminatory action against the hos…

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