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Ban on Chemical Abortions Without Healthcare Provider Presence

This new law prohibits chemical abortions without a physical examination and the presence of a healthcare provider. It aims to ensure patients receive proper medical care and health monitoring, potentially impacting the accessibility and method of these procedures.
Key points
Chemical abortions require a physical examination and the presence of a healthcare provider.
A follow-up visit must be scheduled within 14 days after drug administration.
Violations can result in fines up to $1,000 or up to 2 years imprisonment.
The law does not apply to abortions necessary to save the mother's life or treatment of ectopic pregnancies.
Patients are not liable for prosecution under this section.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_421
Sponsor: Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_421.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Chemical abortions require a physical examination and the presence of a healthcare provider.
  • A follow-up visit must be scheduled within 14 days after drug administration.
  • Violations can result in fines up to $1,000 or up to 2 years imprisonment.
  • The law does not apply to abortions necessary to save the mother's life or treatment of ectopic pregnancies.
  • Patients are not liable for prosecution under this section.
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 Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Courts and Law