HR 729In Committee
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2025
Introduced January 24, 2025
Summary
Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2025This 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.
Timeline
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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