Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · HR 729
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2025
Refreshed 3 h ago
Introduced 2025-01-24Topic: criminal justiceSummary
Summary by the Congressional Research ServiceTeleabortion Prevention Act of 2025 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 for the patient. 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.
Sponsors
- Mark Harris Republican sponsor
- 18 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-24 | House | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. | refer |
| 2025-01-24 | Introduced in House | introduce | |
| 2025-01-24 | Introduced in House | introduce |