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AR SB840

Bill

Status

Failed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Missy Irvin

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Origin

Senate

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Abortion-Inducing Drugs Safety Act" requiring abortion-inducing drugs to be administered according to FDA-tested and FDA-approved protocols as outlined in drug labels, specifically limiting mifepristone use to within 49 days of last menstrual period with three office visits and physician supervision.

  • Prohibits off-label use of mifepristone and other abortion-inducing drugs, requiring physicians to examine patients and document gestational age and intrauterine pregnancy location before administration.

  • Mandates physicians prescribing abortion-inducing drugs maintain signed contracts with backup physicians for emergency care at designated hospitals with active admitting and gynecological/surgical privileges.

  • Requires physicians to report any adverse events to the FDA Medwatch system and Arkansas State Medical Board within 3 days, with reports compiled as public records while protecting patient identity.

  • Establishes civil liability for violations including malpractice actions, professional disciplinary action, and wrongful death recovery; imposes criminal penalties for purposeful, knowing, or reckless violations; and requires Department of Health inspections of abortion facilities at least every 6 months.

Legislative Description

The Abortion-inducing Drugs Safety Act.

Last Action

Senate Sine Die adjournment

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/24/2011
Public Health, Welfare And Labor3/7/2011

Full Bill Text

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