A new bill filed by State Rep. Ben T. Moss Jr. in the North Carolina House seeks to prohibit abortion from conception, allowing exceptions only to preserve the life or health of the mother, according to the North Carolina State House.
The bill, filed as HB 804 on April 7 during the 2025 regular session, was formally listed with the short title: ‘Human Life Protection Act of 2025.’
The following is our breakdown, based on the actual bill text, and may include interpretation to clarify its provisions.
In essence, this bill, known as the Human Life Protection Act of 2025, prohibits abortion from the point of conception except when necessary to preserve the life of the mother. It defines abortion and outlines exceptions, such as saving a pregnant woman’s life or health and managing ectopic pregnancies, among others. The bill stipulates that abortions can only be performed by licensed physicians when in their judgment, the pregnancy poses a life-threatening risk or a serious risk of substantial bodily impairment to the woman. Violations are subject to severe criminal and civil penalties, including felonies and fines of at least $100,000. The appropriate licensing authorities must revoke relevant professional credentials for violators. Pregnant women undergoing abortion procedures are not liable under this Act. The bill repeals several related statutes and becomes effective July 1, 2025.
Of the two sponsors of this bill, Keith Kidwell proposed the most bills (30) during the 2025 regular session.
Bills in North Carolina follow a multi-step process before becoming law. A lawmaker starts by filing a bill, which is assigned to a committee for review. The bill must be read three times in each chamber. If one chamber changes the bill after the other passes it, both must agree on the final version. Once both chambers approve the same bill, it goes to the governor, who has 10 days (or 30 if the legislature is not in session) to sign, veto, or let it become law without a signature.
You can read more about the bills and other measures here.
Moss, a Republican, was elected to the North Carolina State House in 2023 to represent the state’s 52nd House district, replacing previous state representative Jamie Boles.
| Authors | Bill Number | Date Filed | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben T. Moss, Jr. and Keith Kidwell | HB 804 | 04/07/2025 | Human Life Protection Act of 2025. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Erin Paré, Jeff Zenger, and Steve Tyson | HB 811 | 04/07/2025 | Taxpayer Transparency Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr. and Jarrod Lowery | HB 812 | 04/07/2025 | UNC-Pembroke Presidential Library Funds/DJT. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Brian Echevarria, Dean Arp, and Neal Jackson | HB 776 | 04/03/2025 | NC Religious Freedom Restoration Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Maria Cervania, Pricey Harrison, and Zack Hawkins | HB 745 | 04/02/2025 | Fair Competition Study Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Brian Turner, Jay Adams, and Mike Clampitt | HB 747 | 04/02/2025 | 2025 Wildlife Resources Changes.-AB |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Jeff Zenger, Mark Pless, and Steve Tyson | HB 763 | 04/02/2025 | Neighbor State License Recognition Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr. | HB 666 | 04/01/2025 | Wildlife Resources Commission Term Limits. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Diane Wheatley, Grant L. Campbell, MD, and Howard Penny, Jr. | HB 567 | 03/27/2025 | Ensure Access to Biomarker Testing. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., A. Reece Pyrtle, Jr., and Charles W. Miller | HB 511 | 03/25/2025 | Award Magistrates Salary Increases. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, Joseph Pike, and Keith Kidwell | HB 427 | 03/18/2025 | CCW Permit/No Records Provided. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Joseph Pike, and Keith Kidwell | HB 454 | 03/18/2025 | Review of Federal Acts/Rules/Regulations. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, and Keith Kidwell | HB 236 | 02/26/2025 | Remember 9/11 with Freedom Flag. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, Brian Echevarria, and Diane Wheatley | HB 211 | 02/25/2025 | The Kelsey Smith Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr. and Howard Penny, Jr. | HB 153 | 02/18/2025 | DOT/DEQ to Study Safety and Emissions Inspec. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Cody Huneycutt, Mitchell S. Setzer, and Pricey Harrison | HB 120 | 02/13/2025 | Expand Project C.A.R.E./Funds. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Carla D. Cunningham, Dennis Riddell, and Keith Kidwell | HB 107 | 02/12/2025 | Adopt SUDEP Awareness Week. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Blair Eddins, Keith Kidwell, and Wyatt Gable | HB 72 | 02/10/2025 | AG/Restrict Challenge to Presidential EOs. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, and Keith Kidwell | HB 73 | 02/10/2025 | Energy Security Act of 2025. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, Diane Wheatley, and Keith Kidwell | HB 85 | 02/10/2025 | Removal of Precinct Officials. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Diane Wheatley, Jay Adams, and Keith Kidwell | HB 95 | 02/10/2025 | Threaten Elected Official/Increase Punishment. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr. and Cody Huneycutt | HB 71 | 02/06/2025 | Respiratory Care Modernization Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Bill Ward, Joseph Pike, and Keith Kidwell | HB 16 | 01/29/2025 | General Assembly: In God We Trust – Display. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Brian Echevarria, Jay Adams, and Keith Kidwell | HB 5 | 01/29/2025 | NC Constitutional Carry Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Celeste C. Cairns, David Willis, and Keith Kidwell | HB 7 | 01/29/2025 | NC REACH Act. |
| Ben T. Moss, Jr., Jeffrey C. McNeely, Joseph Pike, and Keith Kidwell | HB 9 | 01/29/2025 | Firearm Discharge/Preempt Local Ordinance. |
