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2012 House Bill 2200: Establishing the woman's right to know act
Introduced by Rep. John Ahern, (R-Spokane) (R) on January 9, 2012
Creates the Woman’s Right to Know Act to require physicians to communicate certain information to women seeking an abortion, including who is to perform the abortion, the gestational age of the unborn child, immediate and long-term medical risks of both the abortion and carrying the child to full-term. (The requirements differ when the abortion is considered a medical emergency.) This act requires that physicians provide notice that written and video materials are available. This act requires all notices be given at least 24 hours prior to the planned abortion. This act prohibits doctors from collecting full or partial payment before the 24-hour notice period has lapsed. This act takes effect immediately.   Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Health Care & Wellness Committee on January 9, 2012