Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act, aims to restrict the use of mifepristone, a drug used in medication abortions. It seeks to effectively withdraw the drug’s approval for terminating a pregnancy, establishes a federal tort liability for harm caused by these drugs, and creates a private right of action for individuals seeking compensation for related injuries or mental health harm. The bill also defines key terms related to the drug and its manufacturing.
Key provisions
- Withdraws approval of mifepristone for terminating a pregnancy.
- Establishes a federal tort liability for harm caused by chemical abortion drugs.
- Creates a private right of action for individuals injured by these drugs.
- Defines ‘covered entity’ as a manufacturer of the drug.
- Defines ‘covered medication’ as mifepristone.
- Considers mifepristone misbranded if it bears labeling suggesting use for terminating a pregnancy.
- Allows for compensatory, punitive, and attorney’s fees in successful lawsuits.
- The liability provisions take effect 90 days after the bill’s enactment.
Who is affected
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Women seeking medication abortions
- Healthcare providers administering medication abortions
- Legal professionals
- The federal government
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