The proposed bill, HB0159, establishes a regulatory framework for chemical abortions in Wyoming, outlining the responsibilities of healthcare providers, abortion drug manufacturers, and the Department of Environmental Quality. Key provisions include mandatory physical examinations by healthcare providers, their presence during drug administration, and scheduled follow-up visits. The bill imposes criminal penalties for non-compliance, classifying violations as felonies with potential prison sentences of up to three years and fines reaching $10,000. It also sets forth specific requirements for the disposal of medical waste related to chemical abortions, including the provision of catch kits and medical waste bags to patients.

In addition to these regulations, the bill emphasizes environmental protections by prohibiting abortion drugs from contaminating wastewater or public water supplies, holding manufacturers liable for any resulting environmental damage. It allows for civil actions against manufacturers for contamination in water systems and mandates the Department of Health to establish rules for the disposal of aborted fetal remains and discarded abortion drugs. The bill also includes provisions for the administrator to recommend rules for drug disposal after public consultation, focusing on preventing harmful chemical byproducts from entering community water systems. The legislation is designed to take effect immediately upon meeting all procedural requirements as outlined in the Wyoming Constitution.

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