AZ SB1218

Expands authorized abortion providers to include nurse practitioners and physician assistants (in addition to physicians) for performing abortions, but prohibits physician assistants from performing surgical abortions.

Implements a 24-hour waiting period before abortion procedures, during which patients must receive in-person informed consent information including fetal development details, medical risks, and alternatives.

Requires ultrasound imaging and fetal heart tone auscultation at least 24 hours before abortion, with patients offered opportunity to view images and hear heartbeat.

Mandates reporting requirements for abortion clinics and providers including detailed patient demographics, abortion type, medical complications, and specific informed consent compliance information.

Removes the nursing board's authority over scope of practice regarding abortion and establishes detailed regulations for abortion clinic facilities, equipment, personnel, and medical screening standards.