Requires notification of possible complications of abortion-inducing drugs and right to sue for injury; establishes crime of criminal abortion by fraud.
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- Introduced
- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability surrounding abortion-inducing drugs. It mandates that individuals considering these drugs receive detailed information about potential complications and risks. Furthermore, it establishes a legal pathway for individuals who believe they have suffered injury as a result of taking these drugs to sue for damages. The bill also defines ‘criminal abortion by fraud,’ outlining penalties for falsely claiming an abortion was necessary.
Key provisions
- Requires providers to inform patients about potential complications of abortion-inducing drugs.
- Creates a right for individuals to sue for injury resulting from the use of abortion-inducing drugs.
- Defines ‘criminal abortion by fraud’ and specifies penalties.
- Addresses the provision of information regarding risks associated with the drugs.
Who is affected
- Individuals considering abortion-inducing drugs
- Healthcare providers prescribing or administering abortion-inducing drugs
- Patients receiving abortion-inducing drugs
- Legal professionals
- The State of New Jersey
Notable changes
- Establishes a legal recourse for individuals alleging harm from abortion-inducing drugs.
- Increases the informational requirements for patients before receiving these drugs.
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