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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Unless the language or context clearly indicates a different meaning is intended, the following words or phrases for the purposes of sections 188.100 to 188.120 shall mean:
(1) “Employer”, the state, or any political or civil subdivision thereof, or any person employing two or more persons within the state, and any person acting as an agent of the employer;
(2) “Participate in abortion”, to perform, assist in, refer for, promote, procure, or counsel a woman to have an abortion not necessary to save the life of the mother; or to undergo an abortion;
(3) “Person” includes one or more individuals, partnerships, associations, organizations, corporations, legal representatives, trustees, trustees in bankruptcy, receivers, or other organized groups of persons.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Missouri Revised Statutes Title XII. Public Health and Welfare § 188.100. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mo/title-xii-public-health-and-welfare/mo-rev-st-188-100/
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