New York Governor Signs Bill to Protect Doctors Prescribing Abortion Pills
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill to shield the identities of doctors who prescribe abortion drugs to patients out of state after a New York doctor was charged in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills to a pregnant minor.
Key Points
- New law allows doctors' names to be omitted from abortion pill bottles
- Case involving New York physician prescribing abortion pills to a patient in Louisiana
- Legal implications and possible penalties for doctors found guilty of performing abortions across state lines
Pros
- Protects the identities of doctors prescribing abortion drugs to out-of-state patients
- Ensures doctors' names are not listed on abortion pill bottles
Cons
- Potential legal implications for doctors if found guilty of performing abortions across state lines