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Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019

USA116th CongressHR-4935| House 
| Updated: 12/18/2019
Ron Wright

Ron Wright

Republican Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (23)
Paul A. Gosar (Republican)Steve Chabot (Republican)Bob Gibbs (Republican)Mark Meadows (Republican)Alexander X. Mooney (Republican)Jim Banks (Republican)Andy Harris (Republican)Rick W. Allen (Republican)Robert J. Wittman (Republican)Jason Smith (Republican)Jody B. Hice (Republican)Doug Lamborn (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)John Joyce (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Blaine Luetkemeyer (Republican)Jeff Fortenberry (Republican)Steve Watkins (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ralph Norman (Republican)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)Brian Babin (Republican)

Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019 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.
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Timeline
Oct 30, 2019
Introduced in House
Oct 30, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Nov 20, 2019
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9064)
Dec 18, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Feb 4, 2020

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 116-3252
Introduced in Senate
  • October 30, 2019
    Introduced in House


  • October 30, 2019
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • November 20, 2019
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9064)


  • December 18, 2019
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.


  • February 4, 2020

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 116-3252
    Introduced in Senate

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • S 116-3252: Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
AbortionCivil actions and liabilityHealth personnelHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedical ethicsMedical tests and diagnostic methods

Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019

USA116th CongressHR-4935| House 
| Updated: 12/18/2019
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2019 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.
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Timeline
Oct 30, 2019
Introduced in House
Oct 30, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Nov 20, 2019
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9064)
Dec 18, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Feb 4, 2020

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 116-3252
Introduced in Senate
  • October 30, 2019
    Introduced in House


  • October 30, 2019
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • November 20, 2019
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9064)


  • December 18, 2019
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.


  • February 4, 2020

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 116-3252
    Introduced in Senate
Ron Wright

Ron Wright

Republican Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (23)
Paul A. Gosar (Republican)Steve Chabot (Republican)Bob Gibbs (Republican)Mark Meadows (Republican)Alexander X. Mooney (Republican)Jim Banks (Republican)Andy Harris (Republican)Rick W. Allen (Republican)Robert J. Wittman (Republican)Jason Smith (Republican)Jody B. Hice (Republican)Doug Lamborn (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)John Joyce (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Blaine Luetkemeyer (Republican)Jeff Fortenberry (Republican)Steve Watkins (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ralph Norman (Republican)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)Brian Babin (Republican)

Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • S 116-3252: Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2020
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AbortionCivil actions and liabilityHealth personnelHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedical ethicsMedical tests and diagnostic methods