Arizona 55th Legislature - 1st Regular Session Status: In Committee

SB 1724 — abortion; authorized providers; waiting period

Last action — Senate Second Reading

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 55th Legislature - 1st Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill amends several sections of Arizona law regarding the regulation of medical practices, particularly in relation to abortion and the authorities of various health boards.

  • 32-1606

    adopt rules that prohibit registered nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists or certified nurse midwives from dispensing a schedule II controlled substance that is an opioid, except for an implantable device or an opioid that is for medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. → adopt rules that prohibit registered nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists or certified nurse midwives from dispensing a schedule II controlled substance that is an opioid, except for an implantable device or a non-opioid that is for medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.

    This change modifies the restrictions on what controlled substances can be dispensed by certain nursing professionals.

  • 32-2501

    "Abortion provider" means a person who is licensed under title 36, chapter 20, to provide abortion services;

    This adds a new definition specific to abortion providers within the context of the law.

  • 36-449.01

    A medical professional providing abortion services must do so in accordance with the standards established under state law and applicable medical practices.

    This change establishes requirements for medical professionals offering abortion services to adhere to specific legal and medical standards.

  • 36-449.03

    The department shall establish a program to educate healthcare providers about the provision of abortion services and the legal requirements associated with it.

    This introduces a new educational program for healthcare providers on abortion services and related legal requirements.

  • 36-2152

    Any individual seeking an abortion must be informed of the procedure and must consent voluntarily without coercion.

    This mandates that individuals seeking an abortion be properly informed and consent freely.

  • 36-2153

    A waiting period of 24 hours is required from the time of informed consent to the performance of the abortion procedure.

    This introduces a waiting period for individuals who consent to an abortion.

  • 36-2155

    Abortion services may only be performed by abortion providers licensed under this chapter.

    This restricts the provision of abortion services to licensed professionals only.

  • 36-2158

    Failure to comply with the informed consent and waiting period requirements shall result in disciplinary action against the provider.

    This establishes penalties for providers who do not comply with the new abortion-related regulations.

  • 36-2161

    The board shall implement a review process for complaints related to the provision of abortion services.

    This creates a new review process for addressing complaints against abortion service providers.

  • 36-2162.01

    Records related to abortion services must be maintained for a minimum of ten years after the service was provided.

    This establishes a record-keeping requirement for abortion services.

Action History

  1. Senate Second Reading

  2. Senate First Reading

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 92 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (92)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 1724?
SB 1724 is sponsored by Rebecca Rios.
What is the current status of SB 1724?
This bill died with 55th Legislature - 1st Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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