Mandatory 24-Hour Waiting Period and Detailed Disclosure Before Abortion Procedure.
This bill mandates that women seeking an abortion must receive detailed information about the medical risks and the developmental characteristics of the fetus at least 24 hours before the procedure. This requires an in-person signing of an informed consent form, effectively establishing a mandatory waiting period. Providers who fail to comply face substantial civil penalties and potential lawsuits from the patient, while pregnant women are explicitly protected from penalties.
Key points
Mandatory 24-hour waiting period: The woman must receive and sign the informed consent form in person at least 24 hours before the abortion can be performed.
Required disclosures: Providers must detail the gestational age, all medical risks, and major developmental characteristics of the unborn child (e.g., heartbeat, reaction to pain).
Penalties for non-compliance: Abortion providers face civil fines starting at $100,000 and can be sued by the patient for damages if disclosure rules are violated.
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