Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 4, 2020)
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
This bill restricts the use of telehealth for chemical abortions (also known as medication abortions).
Specifically, it requires a provider who dispenses or prescribes medication for a chemical abortion to physically examine the patient, be physically present at the location of the chemical abortion, and schedule a follow-up visit. The bill provides an exception for a chemical abortion that is necessary to save the life of a mother whose life is endangered by a physical disorder, illness, injury, or condition.
The bill establishes criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to two years, or both—for a provider who does not comply with the requirements.
A patient who undergoes a chemical abortion may not be prosecuted.
What just happenedFeb 4, 2020
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateFeb 4, 2020
- Feb 4, 2020IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Feb 4, 2020IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate