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AR SB913
Bill
Status
5/17/2013
Primary Sponsor
Missy Irvin
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AI Summary
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Requires that mifepristone (RU-486) or other abortion-inducing drugs be administered in the same room and physical presence of the prescribing physician
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Mandates physician ensure patient returns 12-18 days after drug administration for follow-up visit to confirm pregnancy termination and assess medical condition, with documentation required in medical records
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Authorizes licensing boards to revoke physician licenses upon finding violation of these requirements, with no penalties assessed against the pregnant woman
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Allows civil lawsuits for actual and punitive damages by the pregnant woman, biological father (if married), or maternal grandparents against persons violating this section; permits prosecuting attorney to seek injunctive relief
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Protects pregnant women from liability for obtaining or possessing abortion-inducing drugs for their own use and allows anonymity protection in court proceedings with sealing of records and pseudonym use by non-government plaintiffs
Legislative Description
To Regulate The Use Of Certain Drugs Used To Induce An Abortion; And To Provide For Disciplinary Proceedings For Abortions Performed In Violation Of This Act.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/17/2013