Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Oct 30, 2019)
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019
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 happenedDec 18, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseOct 30, 2019
- Dec 18, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Nov 20, 2019IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9064)
- Oct 30, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Oct 30, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Oct 30, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House