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Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020

2/8/2022, 11:22 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3252

Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020

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.

Current Status of Bill S 3252

Bill S 3252 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 4, 2020. Bill S 3252 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on February 4, 2020.  Bill S 3252's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 4, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3252

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3252

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Abortion
- Civil actions and liability
- Health personnel
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Medical ethics
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3252

Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
A bill to prohibit chemical abortions performed without the presence of a healthcare provider, and for other purposes.

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