H.R. 4935 · 116th Congress
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019
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Babin12 signed on when it was introduced; the rest joined later. Cosponsors who withdrew aren't shown.
This bill restricts the use of telehealth for chemical abortions (also known as medication abortions).
What it does: CRS summary · 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.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019
Latest action (Dec 18, 2019): Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement · Origin: House · Introduced: Oct 30, 2019
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.