Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that requires a physician who performs an abortion to have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital, effective November 1, 2014.

Highlights:

• Requires a physician who performs an abortion to have admitting privileges at a hospital that provides obstetrical or gynecological health care services and that is located no more than 30 miles from the location where the abortion is to be performed (Sec. 1).

• Classifies a violation of these provisions as a felony punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for at least 1 year but not more than 3 years (Sec. 1). 

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