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New Requirements for Abortion Providers and Clinics: Safety and Licensing

This act introduces new rules for doctors performing abortions and for abortion clinics. Doctors will need hospital admitting privileges nearby and must inform patients about follow-up care. Abortion clinics will need state licenses and must meet ambulatory surgery center standards to receive federal funding.
Key points
Doctors performing abortions must have admitting privileges at a hospital within 15 miles of the procedure location.
Doctors must inform patients of the hospital location for follow-up care if complications arise.
Abortion clinics must be state-licensed and comply with ambulatory surgery center requirements to receive federal funds.
Women undergoing the procedure cannot be prosecuted under this act.
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Print number: 117_S_83
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pregnant Women Health and Safety Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_83.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Doctors performing abortions must have admitting privileges at a hospital within 15 miles of the procedure location.
  • Doctors must inform patients of the hospital location for follow-up care if complications arise.
  • Abortion clinics must be state-licensed and comply with ambulatory surgery center requirements to receive federal funds.
  • Women undergoing the procedure cannot be prosecuted under this act.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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