❌ SB309
Enact the Abortion Pill Provider Liability Education (APPLE) Act
Summary
The bill enacts the Abortion Pill Provider Liability Education (APPLE) Act, requiring health care providers to inform women about the risks associated with abortion-inducing drugs and to obtain written certification from the patient. It establishes civil liability for providers who fail to meet these requirements, allowing patients and their families to seek damages. The bill also mandates record-keeping for a minimum of seven years.
Rationale
The bill imposes additional regulations and liabilities on health care providers regarding abortion-inducing drugs, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of personal liberty and self-ownership. It restricts individual rights by increasing government oversight and liability in personal health decisions, leading to low alignment scores.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over personal health decisions
- Potential chilling effect on healthcare providers prescribing abortion-inducing drugs
- Legal liabilities may deter providers from offering necessary services