The bill establishes comprehensive regulations for chemical abortions in Wyoming, mandating healthcare providers to conduct physical examinations, be present during the administration of abortion drugs, and schedule follow-up visits within seven days. Providers are also required to supply patients with a catch kit and medical waste bag for the proper disposal of medical waste. Violations of these requirements can lead to felony charges, including imprisonment and fines. The bill outlines exceptions for pregnant women seeking abortions and treatments for ectopic pregnancies, while also imposing strict environmental regulations to prevent abortion drugs from contaminating wastewater or public water supplies.

Furthermore, the bill holds manufacturers accountable for the proper disposal of abortion drugs and any resulting environmental damage, allowing individuals to sue for contamination in water systems. It mandates the Department of Health to create rules for the disposal of aborted fetal remains and establishes standards for the collection and disposal of discarded abortion drugs. The bill emphasizes the need for testing community water systems to prevent harmful chemical byproducts from entering public water supplies. The Department of Health and the Environmental Quality Council are tasked with implementing these regulations, which will take effect immediately upon completion of the legislative process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 35-6-133, 35-11-302